Article
Prevalence of psychiatric diagnoses among frequent users of rural emergency medical services
Prévalence des diagnostics psychiatriques chez les utilisateurs fréquents des services médicaux d'urgence ruraux
Winter 2008
Volume 13 - Issue 1
Lewis E. Mehl-Madrona
Details
ISSN Number: 12037796
Language: English/French
Format: PDF
Pages: 21–29
Content Summary
This study investigates the high prevalence of psychiatric disorders among frequent users of rural emergency services. It reveals that these disorders are often under-documented by physicians, suggesting a need for improved recognition and management. The findings highlight the importance of addressing mental health in rural emergency care.
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Mental healthPublic healthRural medicinePrimary careChronic disease