telepsychiatry

American  

[te-luh-si-kahy-uh-tree, -sahy-] / ˌtɛ lə sɪˈkaɪ ə tri, -saɪ- /

noun

1. the part of the telehealth system that uses internet and telecommunications technology, such as video calls, to provide mental health care to patients remotely.

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Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

• telepsychiatrist
  noun

Example Sentences

Traditionally, telepsychiatry involves one-on-one care between a patient and psychiatrist.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 1, 2021

Array Behavioral Care brings more than 20 years of experience in telepsychiatry to the partnership with the affiliate of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 28, 2021

But for now, in this moment of shared anxiety and uncertainty, the seal on telepsychiatry has broken.

From New York Times • Aug. 28, 2020

For more than a decade, Dr. Fortney has been trying to get telepsychiatry and telepsychology adopted in rural areas, where people have little or no access to mental health specialists.

From New York Times • Aug. 28, 2020

Communication with on-site prison staff and mental health providers is crucial in telepsychiatry, Garvey said.

From Washington Times • May 12, 2018