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Understanding Barriers to Mental Health Care for Rural Americans
- Rural America is facing a mental health emergency, with higher rates of mental illness than urban areas.
- The suicide rate among rural residents is 49% higher than that of urban residents, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
- A survey by Russell Research found that 94% of rural respondents believe policymakers should prioritize access to mental health medicines.
- Due to distance, 85% of rural residents prefer obtaining medicines from local pharmacies rather than traveling to doctors.
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Understanding Barriers to Mental Health Care for Rural Americans
(Family Features) Rural America is experiencing a mental health emergency. For residents of rural communities, there is evidence of higher rates of mental illness compared to those in urban communities. For example, the suicide rate is 49% higher among rural…
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