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Awareness about Telemental Health
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The following highlights the facts. More information can be obtained through the sites listed below as well as many other informational sites regarding treatment for mental health with or with medication. Make sure you have all up-to-date information.
What is Telemental Health?
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, Telemental health is the use of telecommunications or videoconferencing technology to provide mental health services.
The practice of virtual (not in-person health care), has become more common after the coronavirus pandemic
Potential Benefits of Telemental Health
- Convenience
- Broader reach
- Fewer barriers
- Advanced technology
- Getting care after regular office hours
Potential Negative Impact
- Quality of treatment
- Privacy
- Cost
- Access to technology needed
- Insurance coverage
- Security involved in using technology
Finding a Healthcare provider
- Without meeting a healthcare provider in person, it may be harder to find the right person for your individual treatment
- Having a first meeting may be uncomfortable and not as personal as an in office visit
Telehealth is a broader term
- It includes telemedicine and telemental health.
- The term telehealth can also include things like training, meetings, pharmaceutical services and social workers.
- Telehealth is fairly new, but it has proven that it will stay in our lives.
- Awareness and knowledge is key to knowing if it is the right way to go for your individual treatment.
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Sources used:
- National Institute of Mental Health, Telehealth, accessed September 19, 2024.
- Medlineplus, Telehealth, accessed September 19, 2024
Note: All information in “Nikki’s Story” are based on detail journals covering seven years of Nikki’s life on prescription drugs.
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