Summary and Look Forward

Abstract

The goal of this book is to provide an overview of the important components that touch the technological expansion. The use of computer technology is more prevalent and the future will bring different changes. Technology innovations supportive of mental health care will be pervasive, continuous, and disruptive. Clinicians will become “IT implementers” whether they practice in solo offices, group practices, or large systems of care. There are a number of trends emerging that will have a direct impact on the mental health professions. One trend is that the scientific foundation for mental health is shifting and another is that technology is becoming smaller and some technology is wearable. The role of blogs, wikis, websites, podcasts, on-demand information, etc. will become more important in educating and helping people. The digital age is well ensconced in our day-to-day lives and our goal is that this book will help the reader understand the impact of information on their mental health practices.