Challenges and Solutions for Disaster Behavioral Health in Rural and Remote Communities

Link

https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/dtac-challenges-solutions-dbh-rural-remote-communities.pdf

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 • Mental Health • Substance Use Disorder • Teleservices and Technology • Treatment