New investments will make it easier for social workers to practice across state lines, increase behavioral health access, and better facilitate telehealth services; Funding builds on HRSA’s work to support licensure compacts to improve access to primary care and psychology.
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By April Miller – Telehealth is on the rise, but most medical professionals are overwhelmed with their current workloads and aren’t prepared to take on additional training. This is where artificial intelligence chatbots come in — they could ease the burden while improving their sessions’ effectiveness.
By Radha Taralekar – AI is at the forefront of pioneering advancements in mental health care, offering innovative solutions to longstanding challenges. One of its most notable applications is in early detection and diagnosis.
By Phil Galewitz & Holly K. Hacker – At least two-thirds of Medicare enrollees have two or more chronic health conditions, federal data shows. That makes them eligible for a federal program that, since 2015, has rewarded doctors for doing more to manage their health outside office visits.
By Cindy Jordan – Last year, US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy identified loneliness as a significant public health issue, prompting a search for solutions that offer reliable, affordable, and scalable mental health care. There is growing pressure on an already-taxed domestic healthcare system to provide personalized and accessible mental health services to those in need…
By Julie Frey – The demand for mental health services is outstripping the ability of providers to keep up. A recent report by the American Psychological Association found that 38% of psychologists have seen an increase in the number of people on their waiting list, increasing their workloads by 26%.
By Katie Brenneman – The convergence of mental health and health IT has become a critical factor in the healthcare industry. Despite a better understanding of mental illness by the public, there is still a significant amount of stigma surrounding this condition.
By Dr. Joel Diamond – Mental health, often paired with behavioral health, is in the midst of a major crisis affecting children and adolescents worldwide. According to a CDC trends report, more than 4 in 10 (42%) students felt persistently sad or hopeless and nearly one-third (29%) experienced poor mental health.
By Dr. Bruce Bassi – In an increasingly digital world, individuals continue to turn to digital tools to address a wide range of challenges and concerns. Whether it’s managing daily tasks, seeking information, or connecting with others, the integration of technology into our lives has become pervasive.