Mental Health Pathfinders: Advocacy, Access, and Accountability With APA President Theresa Miskimen Rivera

28/05/2025 15 min
Mental Health Pathfinders: Advocacy, Access, and Accountability With APA President Theresa Miskimen Rivera

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In this episode of Mental Health Pathfinders, APA President Dr. Teresa Miskimen Rivera discusses the outlook for her presidential year, and her focus on addressing the workforce crisis in psychiatry. She highlights the increasing demand for mental health services, the shortage of psychiatrists, and the administrative burdens faced by practitioners. Dr. Miskimen Rivera emphasizes the importance of advocacy, strategic planning, and member engagement to address these challenges and improve mental health outcomes across the nation.

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