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Introduction Information assurance (IA) refers to the protection of information systems to ensure confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, and non‑repudiation. In modern organizations, leaders must comply with a wide range of laws and standards governing data collection, storage, and use. These laws protect sensitive information such as health records, financial data, educational records, and payment card…
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When an organizations collects information on their customers, organization leaders need to ensure compliance with information assurance (IA) laws. There are multiple laws associated with different types of organizational data: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Sarbanes Oxley, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Data Breach Disclosure Laws, Federal Information Security Modernization Act…
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Too often, managers and information workers are constrained by data that cannot be trusted. It is incomplete, out of context, outdated, inaccurate, inaccessible, or so overwhelming that it requires weeks to analyze. In those situations, the decision maker faces too much uncertainty to make intelligent business decisions. Knowing the characteristics of information and understanding which…
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Addictive disorders can be particularly challenging for clients. Not only do these disorders typically interfere with a client’s ability to function in daily life, but they also often manifest as negative and sometimes criminal behaviors. Sometime clients with addictive disorders also suffer from other mental health issues, creating even greater struggles for them to overcome.…
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It is estimated that more almost 7% of the U.S. population will experience posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in their lifetime (National Institute of Mental Health, 2017). This debilitating disorder often interferes with an individual’s ability to function in daily life. Common symptoms of anxiousness and depression frequently lead to behavioral issues, adolescent substance abuse issues,…
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Individuals with personality disorders often find it difficult to overcome the enduring patterns of thought and behavior that they have thus far experienced and functioned with in daily life. Even when patients are aware that personality-related issues are causing significant distress and functional impairment and are open to counseling, treatment can be challenging for both…
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Many assessment principles are the same for children and adults; however, unlike with adults/older adults, where consent for participation in the assessment comes from the actual client, with children it is the parents or guardians who must make the decision for treatment. Issues of confidentiality, privacy, and consent must be addressed. When working with children,…
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As an information technology professional, you may be tasked with anticipating the technology needs and challenges that may be faced by the organization. You may need to develop goals and strategies to help your organization achieve success. You can begin by setting personal and professional goals and analyzing strengths and challenges related to achieving these…
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The field of information technology is constantly changing, with new careers and new exciting areas within IT to work. Are you prepared for your new career? Do you know what careers are available in your area of the world? Do you know which careers are in high demand? RESOURCES Be sure to review the Learning…
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Advanced practice nursing in all specialties is guided by codes of ethics that put the care, rights, duty, health, and safety of the patient first and foremost. PMHNP practice is also guided by ethical codes specifically for psychiatry. These ethical codes are frameworks to guide clinical decision making; they are generally not prescriptive. They also…