Adult perceptions of mental health access barriers facing youth in rural Washington State: A group concept mapping study.
Janessa M GravesDemetrius A AbshireJessica L MackelprangTracy A KleinCarmen GonzalezKailee ParrottDeborah U EtiJordan G FerrisChristina M ChaconAshley D BeckPublished in: The Journal of rural health : official journal of the American Rural Health Association and the National Rural Health Care Association (2024)
Group concept mapping methodology provides structure for conceptualizing challenges facing rural youth in accessing mental health services. Policies should be informed by rural community concerns and priorities. After-school and support programs may align with mental health needs identified by rural communities.