Understanding the U.S. Behavioral Health Workforce Shortage
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Description
Discusses the shortage of behavioral health professionals
across the country and highlights some of the contributing
factors. Breaks down factors affecting licensed providers,
clinical supporters, community care workers, and frontline
workers. Makes recommendations for policymakers and
includes considerations for rural areas.
Author(s)
Nathaniel Counts
Date
05/2023
Organization
Commonwealth Fund
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· Behavioral health
· Behavioral health workforce
· Health workforce supply and demand
· Policy
· Population health
· Statistics and data