It’s tough to find mental health care no matter where you live. But those in rural communities are worse off than most. The SPIRIT trial led by John Fortney, PhD, found that telepsychiatry in rural, federally qualified health centers was a resounding success for patients who had screened positive for bipolar disorder and/or PTSD.
Access to mental health care is lacking in Washington’s rural corners. Here’s how people are finding help
The Seattle Times | October 1, 2021
