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Identifying Challenges and Solutions for Improving Access to Mental Health Services for Rural Youth: Insights from Adult Community Members

Description
Presents a study on the barriers to accessing mental healthcare for rural youth in Washington State. Bases finding on interviews with community members, parents, teachers, and healthcare providers and discusses ways to overcome perceived barriers.
Author(s)
Janessa M. Graves, Demetrius A. Abshire, Elissa Koontz, Jessica L. Mackelprang
Citation
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 21(6), 725
Date
06/2024
Type
Document
Tagged as
Access · Children and youth · Health disparities · Mental health · Mental health conditions · Stigma · Transportation · Uninsured and underinsured · Washington