Challenges and Solutions for Disaster Behavioral Health in Rural and Remote Communities
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Sponsor
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Description
Provides a review of relevant research focused on the delivery of behavioral healthcare in disaster response in rural and remote areas. Describes the unique needs and challenges of providing behavioral health services to rural and isolated communities as a part of the wider response to natural or man-made disasters. Discusses different approaches to address behavioral health needs after a disaster or crisis, covering the areas of government and policy, community initiatives, and telebehavioral health.
Date
03/2023
Geographic Coverage
Nationwide
Topics
Emergency Planning • Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) • Mental Health • Policy • Recovery • Substance Use Disorder • Teleservices and Technology • Treatment