Insights and resources on the mental health impacts of COVID-19, including coping strategies, support for individuals and providers, and managing pandemic-related stress
Mental-health conditions, from substance misuse to depression, have increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. But are there mental health risks to contracting the virus itself? Research is still ongoing, but there is evidence that COVID-19 infections could be linked to some mental health symptoms. For example, a 2020 study from Wuhan, China, found that about one-third…
By now you have seen that behavioral health needs have skyrocketed during the COVID-19 pandemic. We’ve already talked about how substance use and mental health issues like anxiety and depression are on the rise. These issues occur whether or not individuals were exposed to the novel coronavirus or developed COVID-19. Newer research, however, suggests a…
Between social isolation, financial difficulties, anxieties about the virus, and overall disruptions to normal life, the varying responses to the COVID-19 public health emergency have taken a significant toll on families. Behavioral health providers are uniquely positioned to help individuals and families recover from the mental health impact. Here’s how behavioral health providers can support…
Amid the COVID-19 public health emergency, health experts and law enforcement leaders have seen a rise in mental illness and addiction-related behaviors. Several factors have contributed to a rise in drug and alcohol misuse this year: Some people have used drugs and alcohol as coping methods to deal with fears and stress surrounding the virus.…
Demand for behavioral health services has skyrocketed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Besides fears of the virus itself, job losses and financial difficulties are increasing anxiety while social isolation from quarantine and stay-at-home orders are leading to a rise in depression symptoms. These difficulties are also leading to an increase in suicidal behaviors and substance misuse.…
If you offer telehealth at your behavioral health or addiction treatment practice, reimbursement can be difficult to navigate. This has become a particular issue during the COVID-19 public health emergency, when telehealth has exploded in popularity. So how can you make sure that you are reimbursed for your behavioral telehealth services? Working with Medicare reimbursement…
Did your behavioral health practice recently launch telehealth services? As more behavioral health or addiction treatment locations resume in-person visits, it is important to continue to address the needs of clients who still prefer remote options. Here’s how you can market your behavioral health practice and remind clients, both new and existing, that telehealth services…
The COVID-19 outbreak, and the ongoing response to it, has had a significant impact on Americans’ mental health. Here is a look at how behavioral health providers around the country are responding to the coronavirus pandemic. Expanded Telehealth in Massachusetts Helping Adult and Children’s Mental Health Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker implemented emergency regulations in response…
Social distancing, anxiety, and co-occurring disorders that raise the risk of COVID-19 infection can all exacerbate behavioral health symptoms. Behavioral health clinicians should be aware of these potential issues and help guide their staff and clients through this uncertain time. Physical concerns for behavioral health clients during the coronavirus outbreak Many behavioral health or addiction…
Behavioral health and addiction treatment providers have an important role to play in the coronavirus outbreak. As healthcare professionals, behavioral health clinicians should be ready to address concerns about the coronavirus from both clients and team members. Avoid coronavirus spread and infections Behavioral health organizations can help reduce the spread of coronavirus with the usual…