Citation

Pfender E. J. Patient Exp. 2020; 7(4): 433-435.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2020, SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/2374373520948436

PMID

33062854

PMCID

PMC7415938

Abstract

This article uses mental health trends during the COVID-19 pandemic to question how we can leverage current technologies such as telehealth to provide better mental health care. Based on this compilation of literature, an increase in suicide rates, suicidal ideation, and mental health disorders is possible as a result of the impact of COVID-19. By increasing the use of telehealth and investigating best practices for its use, the outcome is 3-fold. We can provide preventative measures after the COVID-19 pandemic subsides, more effective care to patients during future pandemics and global crises, and reduce mental health care disparities by reaching rural Americans.

Language: en

Keywords

COVID-19; mental health; suicide prevention; telehealth