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. 2004 Nov 13;329(7475):1138-40.
doi: 10.1136/bmj.329.7475.1138.

Learning from low income countries: mental health

Kwame McKenzie  1 , Vikram Patel, Ricardo Araya
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Learning from low income countries: mental health

Kwame McKenzie et al. BMJ. .

Abstract

Organising mental health services to harness the support of the family and community may improve outcomes

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Social support after childbirth is linked with low rates of postpartum depression Credit: KINE/UNEP/STILL PICTURES
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Pathway through care for someone in psychological distress
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