In this project, we will develop a chartbook documenting the prevalence of mental health/substance abuse conditions and describing the utilization of mental health services in rural and urban settings. In providing updated information on rural residents' mental health needs and service use patterns, this chartbook will help to inform rural implementation of ongoing and pending initiatives to improve mental health delivery systems.

Publications

• Implications of Rural Residence and Single Mother Status for Maternal Smoking Behaviors
  Policy Brief
  Maine Rural Health Research Center
  Date: 11/2015
  This study finds rural mothers are more likely than urban mothers to smoke. The authors suggest policymakers consider extending insurance for smoking cessation programs through the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid. Programs at the local, state, and national levels also could help reduce disparities in smoking-related morbidity and mortality.