Fall 2002, Vol. 10, No. 1

Editor's Note

Jeffrey P. Kahn, MD
New York, NY

As AOOP looks forward to an exciting 14^th annual meeting this January in Washington, it seems like just a short time since our 1990 first meeting in Florida. Much has changed since then, and much has continued on course. The work of understanding the roles of work for people, and the roles of people in organizations, is an ongoing clinical fascination. Observing how these relationships change with boom and bust in our economy makes clear the resilience of individuals and organizations, the importance of good leadership and management systems, and the continuing need for OOP skills. A new literature on cost-effectiveness of employer mental health benefits has emerged before our eyes. In the face of changing times, AOOP has also continued to grow and prosper. Dedicated and long term members, continuity of mission, a growing literature, and increasing awareness of our work within the psychiatric community and APA and are but a few of the reasons. The essential role of member activity should be easier to highlight with the advent now of our electronic Bulletin. Please let us know of any OOP topics, members or work (your own or someone else's) that you would like to see featured in the Bulletin or the annual meeting.

Jeffrey P. Kahn, MD is Editor of the OOP Bulletin, President of WorkPsych Associates, and Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the Weill Cornell Medical College in Manhattan. Article ideas and suggestions can be sent to him by email to WorkPsych@aol.com.

 
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