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Improving Behavioral Health Services for Individuals with SMI in Rural and Remote Communities

Description
Discusses behavioral health workforce shortages in rural and remote areas and the effect this has on healthcare access for people with serious mental illness (SMI). Highlights strategies for reducing barriers to access and improve workforce retention. Provides examples of programs to improve access in various states.
Date
08/2021
Type
Document
Organizations
American Psychiatric Association, SMI Adviser, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Tagged as
Access · Behavioral health · Behavioral health workforce · Health disparities · Health workforce shortage designations · Health workforce supply and demand · Mental health conditions

Organizations (2)

  • American Psychiatric Association, view details
  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, view details