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Daniel F Gros1, Kimberly Veronee, Martha Strachan
1Mental Health Service, Ralph H Johnson VAMC, 109 Bee Street, Charleston, SC 29401, USA. grosd@musc.edu
Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare
|August 17, 2011
Summary
Telehealth effectively identified severe suicidal ideation in a US veteran with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Enhanced communication via telehealth facilitated a successful intervention and hospitalization, demonstrating its value in psychiatric care.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Telemedicine
- Mental Health Research
Background:
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects many veterans, necessitating accessible treatment options.
- Telehealth offers a promising avenue for remote mental health monitoring and intervention.
Observation:
- A US veteran undergoing telehealth for PTSD presented with severe suicidal ideation during week six.
- The patient required emergency hospitalization due to the severity of his symptoms.
Findings:
- Enhanced communication via videoconference between the patient, family, treatment team, and local resources was crucial.
- A safety plan was developed, and the patient was successfully transported for inpatient care at a Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Implications:
- This case highlights the critical role of telehealth in identifying and managing acute psychiatric crises, including suicidality.
- The study underscores the safety and efficacy of telehealth interventions for veterans with PTSD.
- Enhanced communication protocols within telehealth are vital for timely and effective psychiatric emergency response.
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