Intersectional Disparities in Digital Health and Mental Health Service Use Among US Youth During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Cross-Sectional Analysis of a National Survey

Intersectional Disparities in Digital Health and Mental Health Service Use

A study examined the prevalence of digital health and digital mental health service use among US adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Background

Sexual minority youth, particularly those of color, face elevated mental health challenges and barriers to care, which the pandemic exacerbated.

Objective

This cross-sectional study aimed to identify digital health and mental health service use among US adolescents, examining heterogeneity by sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, and their intersection.

The COVID-19 pandemic catalyzed a shift toward digital health and digital mental health services.

Author's summary: Study explores digital health disparities among US youth during the pandemic.

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Journal of Medical Internet Research Journal of Medical Internet Research — 2025-10-27

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