Avenues to diagnose and alleviate mental health concerns become accessible
Implications - With the concept of mental health being less stigmatized in North America than in years past, the path to diagnosis and the alleviation of mental health-related issues have become more accessible. Offered over a variety of affordable platforms, this shift caters to consumers' mental health in a way that is accessible, and much more inclusive than previous practices.
Workshop Question - How could your brand prioritize accessibility and inclusivity?
Trend Themes
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Mental Health Accessibility Platforms — The shift towards accessible and affordable mental health diagnosis and treatments is gaining momentum through online and tech-driven platforms, offering consumers more inclusive options to prioritize their mental health needs.
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Connection-based Mental Health Services — Online marketplaces like 'Instawell' and Lyra Health are disrupting traditional mental health services, forging connection-based approaches that are streamlining the process to finding mental health professionals and identifying the most suitable forms of treatment options.
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Diagnostic and Assessment Tools — Diagnostic procrastination quizzes like 'Why Do I Procrastinate?' and the Mindnosis self-assessment kit are emerging in response to changing attitudes towards mental health self-care, offering simple and non-intimidating platforms for everyday users to assess their needs and take steps towards prioritizing their mental health.
Industry Implications
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Healthcare and Wellness — Healthcare and wellness professionals can leverage the shift towards accessible and affordable mental health treatment platforms to reach more individuals in need of mental health diagnosis and treatment.
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Technology and Digital Platforms — Advancements in digital technologies and online platforms are providing innovative solutions towards mental health self-care, through diagnostic and assessment tools, and online marketplaces offering a streamlined process of finding mental health professionals and treatment options.
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Employee Wellbeing and Benefits — Employers can use the connection-based mental health services like Lyra Health to offer their employees discreet, confidential, and reliable pathways towards professional mental health treatment, thereby prioritizing their employees' mental health as a key aspect of their benefits packages.
