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A microcomputer database for mental health program evaluation.

R J Wehr

    Canada'S Mental Health
    |August 8, 1987
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    A regional hospital developed a microcomputer database for its Mental Health Division. This system supports management, program evaluation, case management, quality assurance, and clinical research.

    Area of Science:

    • Health Informatics
    • Clinical Information Systems
    • Mental Health Services Management

    Background:

    • Regional hospitals require efficient data management systems.
    • The Mental Health Division faced challenges in data organization and utilization.
    • Existing systems were inadequate for comprehensive service delivery and research.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the development of a microcomputer database for a hospital's Mental Health Division.
    • To illustrate the diverse applications of such a database.
    • To provide guidance on implementing similar systems.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a microcomputer database system.
    • Integration of data for management, evaluation, and research.

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  • Provision of practical advice on hardware, software, and negotiation.

    • Main Results:

    • The database successfully supports multiple functions including management information, program evaluation, and quality assurance.
    • It facilitates applied clinical research within the Mental Health Division.
    • Guidance on selection and negotiation processes was provided.

    Conclusions:

    • Microcomputer databases are valuable tools for enhancing mental health services.
    • Effective implementation requires careful consideration of software, hardware, and stakeholder engagement.
    • The developed system demonstrates a model for improving data-driven decision-making in mental healthcare.