Key Takeaways
- Dr. Wayne Jones is active in multiple mental health organizations advancing psychiatry and patient care.
- As an ASCP member, he engages in psychopharmacology research, events, and clinical education.
- Through IOCDF, he combats misconceptions about OCD and accesses specialized training resources.
- He supports ADHD communities via ADDA and CHADD, promoting resources, training, and nationwide support groups.
- NAMI membership connects him to grassroots advocacy, education, and mental health policy initiatives.
A graduate of the University of Texas Southwest University Medical Branch, Dr. Wayne Jones has an extensive background as a physician and former psychiatric professional. In addition to his current endeavors as a psychiatric and integrative health consultant and educator in Dallas, Dr. Wayne Jones has established himself as an active member of numerous professional organizations.
As a member of the American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacologists (ASCP), Dr. Wayne Jones supports scientific and clinical advancements in the field of psychopharmacology and pharmacology. Members meet each year at the Fall and Spring Update on Psychopharmacology: State of the Art meetings, as well as the ASCP Annual Meeting, to discuss industry developments, clinical achievements, and the latest research. The 900 ASCP members can further their clinical knowledge by listening to the Psychopharm Today Podcast and reading the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, among other educational resources. Members also sit on various ASCP committees that focus on specific niches, such as the ASCP Technology Committee.
Dr. Wayne Jones further expands his industry reach and knowledge as a member of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF). The foundation is dedicated to both physicians’ and patients’ needs regarding obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), a mental health condition. Foundation members like Dr. Wayne Jones are committed to clearing up popular misconceptions about the disorder, including the belief that OCD is a “minor” condition. In reality, OCD is a serious health concern that sometimes has a debilitating impact on how people lead their lives.
As an OCD Foundation member, Dr. Jones has access to the IOCDF Training Institute, along with additional professional resources, including on-demand webinars, conferences, and access to the foundation’s research grant program.
Dr. Wayne Jones has gained additional insight into specific mental health conditions as a member of The Phobia Society of Dallas. This organization is just one of Dr. Wayne Jones’ local affiliations. He is also a member of the Depressive/Manic Depressive Association of Dallas and the Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA), Southern Region. Dr. Jones is one of the medical professionals who has helped to make ADDA the largest organization in the world dedicated to supporting the lives of adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. ADDA members help lead adult support groups, including virtual support groups.
Dr. Jones further serves the nation’s ADHD population as a member of Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD). He supports the organization’s wide range of resources, from adult services to insights regarding parenting a child living with ADHD. CHADD operates a nationwide network of chapters and hosts both adult-to-adult and parent-to-parent training events throughout the country, as well as teacher-to-teacher training sessions.
The CHADD website, CHADD.org, features a network of all CHADD groups throughout the US, making it easy for families and professionals to find local services.
Finally, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), formerly the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, represents America’s most comprehensive grassroots mental health organization. Members like Dr. Wayne Jones have helped shape the nation’s views and policies regarding mental health since 1979, in part by contributing to NAMI publications, reports, podcasts, and webinars dedicated to mental health education. NAMI also maintains unique programs such as the Justice Library, an archive of articles on relevant mental health legislation and related topics.
FAQs
What is the American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacologists (ASCP)?
ASCP is a professional society where members advance knowledge in psychopharmacology through meetings, research, and education.
How does the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) support its members?
IOCDF provides training, webinars, conferences, and research grants, while working to raise awareness about OCD’s seriousness.
What is the role of ADDA in the mental health community?
The Attention Deficit Disorder Association supports adults with ADHD through local and virtual groups, resources, and advocacy.
How does CHADD help families and professionals?
CHADD offers nationwide chapters, training programs for parents, adults, and teachers, and online resources for ADHD support.
Why is NAMI significant in mental health advocacy?
NAMI is the largest grassroots mental health organization in the U.S., influencing education, public opinion, and policy since 1979.
