GEOGRAPHICAL VARIATION IN TELEHEALTH USAGE FOR MENTAL HEALTH CARE AMONG ACTIVE-DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS
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Hoban, Christie M.
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telehealth
mental health
active duty
mental health
active duty
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Shen, Yu-Chu
Cunha, Jesse
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2024-03
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Monterey, CA; Naval Postgraduate School
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The increasing reliance on telehealth for mental health care among active-duty service members highlights a pivotal shift in healthcare delivery driven by geographical disparities and the urgent need for accessible care. A detailed analysis incorporating linear probability regression models uncovers that telehealth utilization is notably higher in the Northeast and West regions, reveals a closing gap between sexes in direct care usage, and identifies service branch affiliation as a significant determinant of telehealth use. The findings highlight the dynamic changes in telehealth usage, particularly in the latter part of 2022, influenced by policy adaptations and shifting social dynamics. Recommendations include further research to evaluate the long-term impact of telehealth on military readiness and well-being, regular assessments of telehealth services to optimize effectiveness, and an investigation into the disparities between military and civilian telehealth systems to improve service delivery.
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