Access to Mental Health Services and Family Impact of Rural Children With Mental Health Problems

• 2010

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• Jennifer Lenardson; Erika Ziller; David Lambert; Melanie Race; Anush Yousefian

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This white paper describes how children in rural areas with mental health problems often have trouble getting the help they need. Families in these areas may face extra stress and challenges because of limited access to mental health services. The paper also explains that parents might have to travel long distances or miss work to get care for their children, which can make life harder for the whole family.

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Focus Area: Mental Health

Audience: Behavioral Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Response

Keywords: Mental Disorders; Child; Family; Health Services Accessibility; Mental Health Services; Rural Population; United States

Institutions: Rural Health Research Gateway

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