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In July, the Biden administration announced a proposed rule that would strengthen the requirement of insurance providers to cover mental health benefits in the same way they cover physical health, making it easier for more people to access mental health services. Given that the pandemic has caused lasting harm on our mental health, it's a logical step, but one that faces hurdles to becoming reality. Most significantly, the country lacks a sufficient number of mental health professionals to meet the demand for care.
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