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Telepsychiatry Services: Expanding Mental Health Access in Underserved Areas

by Emily Johnson 1,*
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JMCR  2023 5(2):46; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20231222
Received: 13 October 2023 / Accepted: 23 November 2023 / Published Online: 22 December 2023
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Abstract

The increasing prevalence of mental health issues has highlighted the critical need for accessible mental health services, particularly in underserved areas where resources are scarce. Telepsychiatry, the delivery of psychiatric care via telecommunications technology, offers a promising solution to bridge the gap in mental health care access. This paper explores the potential of telepsychiatry in expanding mental health services to underserved populations. It discusses the benefits and challenges associated with telepsychiatry implementation, including improved access to care, increased patient satisfaction, and potential cost-savings. Furthermore, the paper examines the impact of telepsychiatry on mental health outcomes, therapist-patient relationships, and the overall sustainability of psychiatric care in underserved communities. The findings suggest that telepsychiatry has the potential to revolutionize mental health care delivery, ensuring that individuals in remote or rural areas receive the necessary support and treatment for their mental health needs.

Keywords: Telepsychiatry, Mental Health Access, Underserved Areas, Healthcare Disparities, Telemedicine.;
Copyright: © 2023 by Johnson. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.

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Johnson, E. Telepsychiatry Services: Expanding Mental Health Access in Underserved Areas. Journal of Medical Care Research, 2023, 5, 46. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20231222
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Johnson E. Telepsychiatry Services: Expanding Mental Health Access in Underserved Areas. Journal of Medical Care Research; 2023, 5(2):46. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20231222
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Johnson, Emily 2023. "Telepsychiatry Services: Expanding Mental Health Access in Underserved Areas" Journal of Medical Care Research 5, no.2:46. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20231222
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Johnson, E. (2023). Telepsychiatry Services: Expanding Mental Health Access in Underserved Areas. Journal of Medical Care Research, 5(2), 46. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20231222

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