Title: Why Telehealth is so Important for Mental Health
Headings: Why Telehealth is so Important for Mental Health
Why Telehealth is so Important for Mental Health
Mental Health is a Worldwide Issue
Obstacles to Receiving Mental Health Treatment
Shortage of Care and Access
Stigma and Fear
A Silver Lining: Mental Health Practitioners Can Now Be More Accessible Than Ever
Overview of Telehealth
Expansion of Telehealth in the U.S. and in Other Countries
Telehealth a Better Fit For Mental Health Professionals
Benefits of Telepractice for Mental Health
Mitigate the Shortage of Mental Health Professionals
Improve Access For Many
A Comfortable Setting for Patients to Receive Treatment
Improve the Landscape of Addiction Treatment
Ease of Communication and Monitoring
Disrupt the Healthcare Industry
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Content: On a global scale, over 40 percent of countries do not have a mental health policy, 30 percent lack a mental health program of any kind, and 25 percent do not have mental health legislation. This is leaving millions of people without access to mental health treatment. Stigma and Fear
The shortage of mental health professionals and treatment is not the only obstacle preventing people from necessary care. Another common reason individuals do not receive treatment is due to fear and stigma. Stigma refers to “the fear of shame associated with acknowledging mental illness and seeking out the help of a professional”. While mental health is becoming more widely accepted and understood, stigma still exists, especially in places where mental health education may be lacking. Two-thirds of individuals with a mental health disorder do not seek professional help and in a recent study, it was discovered that 80 percent of adults believe mental illness treatment is effective, but only 35 to 67 percent believe that people are caring and sympathetic towards individuals with a mental illness. In the US, one in five adults has a mental illness, but only about half seek out treatment. A Silver Lining: Mental Health Practitioners Can Now Be More Accessible Than Ever
The current mental health landscape can seem bleak, especially when so many people require treatment, but don’t have access or don’t understand the importance of seeking help.