Because not everyone has access to a computer or fast internet service, the American Psychiatric Association recently asked the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to ease requirements and allow telephone appointments.
Vaile Wright is director of clinical research and quality for the American Psychological Association. She said,"It's very normal for people to feel anxious and fearful right now. These feelings can motivate us to protect ourselves and do things like
One sign that you should seek help: Your symptoms are interfering in your life or causing you distress, Wright said. That doesn't mean you need to talk to a mental health professional if you have a bad day or two. Almost everyone is struggling now with distraction and loneliness. But, Wright said, if you've had symptoms for two weeks or more, you would probably benefit from talking to a clinician.
"Most providers have moved to some sort of telehealth platform," she said."The rules for this vary from state to state."
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