Online Therapy Boom Has Mainly Benefited Privileged Groups, Studies Find
Published On Jan 15, 2025, 12:01 AM
Research indicates that despite a 30% increase in Americans receiving psychotherapy during the pandemic through teletherapy, access to mental health services has not improved for the most vulnerable populations. Groups such as low-income families, Black children, and individuals with serious psychological distress continue to face barriers to accessing care, revealing that the shift to virtual therapy has widened existing disparities instead of closing them.
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The findings suggest potential challenges for companies in the telehealth sector, particularly those that were expected to provide increased access to care for marginalized groups. If these disparities continue, it could lead to regulatory scrutiny or impact company reputations, potentially affecting stock performance negatively.
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