Factors in Utilization of Telehealth Treatment by Rural African-Americans with Opioid Use Disorder and Disabilities
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Factors in Utilization of Telehealth Treatment by Rural African-Americans with Opioid Use Disorder and Disabilities
Abstract
This study explored factors that impact telehealth service utilization for treatment of African Americans with disabilities with opioid use disorder in rural communities. A focus group was conducted involving 12 different mental health, substance use, and rehabilitation counseling professionals. The analysis was completed using NVivo (Version 12). The results identified critical barriers that included historical distrust of technology and healthcare systems, digital divide/unavailability of Internet modems, fear of losing confidentiality, and agency non-approval. The benefits were improved communication, reduction of stigma, continuity of care, and convenience of collaboration. The findings indicate the need for additional research in this topic area.
Keywords: Access; African Americans with Disabilities; Barriers; Opioid Use Disorder; Rural; Telehealth.
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