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Brevard County residents face significant barriers to accessing mental health care, including long wait times and appointment shortages.

A severe shortage of psychiatrists exists in the county, though psychiatric nurse practitioners are helping to fill the gap.

There is a lack of culturally and linguistically diverse mental health providers to meet the needs of the community.

From long wait times and a shortage of psychiatrists to cultural gaps and , Brevard County residents are running into barriers.

While these issues represent just a few of the county's overall needs, here’s a look at five areas that could use some attention, according to Brevard mental health experts.

1. Availability and accessibility of providers

Brevard County residents are having a difficu

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