Aug 25
2023
aptihealth’s Mental Health Services Provide New York State Residents with Innovative Solutions
Good physical and mental health provides a foundation for a good quality of life. In particular, an “even keel” enables a person to weather life’s obstacles and move forward. Sometimes, however, men, women, and even children may need help for mental health challenges that cause concern and disruption.
Today, mental health services provider aptihealth offers all-acuity virtual therapy to all New York State residents. The company’s easy-access platform, combined with fast patient therapy integration, makes aptihealth an increasingly popular choice.
Better Mental Health Services Access is Needed
Throughout the United States, demand for mental health services continues to grow. Today, approximately 50 million United States adults cope with mental health challenges.
Until recently, however, fewer than half of them received treatment. Even worse, nearly three-quarters of US residents think unequal services access is the norm. Almost half of Americans think their care options are limited.
Perceived Barriers to Mental Health Care
Three perceived barriers to mental health care have fostered these beliefs. These perceptions exist across geographic and demographic categories.
Minimal Services Awareness
Some individuals have expressed interest in mental health services but lack the knowledge to search for solutions. To find information, younger individuals are more likely to turn to low-credibility social media platforms.
Social Stigma About Services
Almost one-third of the US population has been worried about being judged for seeking mental health services.
Long Waits and Long Drives
Approximately 96 million Americans have had to wait several weeks (recent data suggests over 6 weeks) for mental health services. Almost half of US residents have driven, or know someone who has driven, over an hour roundtrip to receive services.
People in rural areas, and with lower incomes, are least likely to have easily accessible mental health services. These individuals are more likely to visit their primary care provider (who isn’t qualified to provide this type of care) for services.