Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Pandemic Boosts Therapy Use, Exposes Deep Inequities

1/15/2025

31 7

Summary

Story summary

The pandemic sparked a 30% surge in psychotherapy usage, largely through virtual sessions. Yet, this shift has deepened existing disparities, favoring higher-income, educated individuals. Dr. Mark Olfson highlights the alarming reality: low-income children, Black youth, and adults facing severe distress continue to be overlooked, revealing a troubling gap in mental health support for those who need it most.

1 of 1

Story summary

The pandemic sparked a 30% surge in psychotherapy usage, largely through virtual sessions. Yet, this shift has deepened existing disparities, favoring higher-income, educated individuals. Dr. Mark Olfson highlights the alarming reality: low-income children, Black youth, and adults facing severe distress continue to be overlooked, revealing a troubling gap in mental health support for those who need it most.