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Glossary of terms – accessing mental health services (bilingual)
This bilingual glossary explains common mental health terms used in healthcare services. It defines words like assessment, case manager, counselling, diagnosis, and GP. It helps people understand the mental health system, their rights, and the roles of different professionals involved in care and support.
- Organisation:
- EMBRACE Multicultural Mental Health (MHA)
- Topic:
- Mental health
- Target audience:
- General
- Service area:
- National
- Published:
- November 2017
- Last reviewed:
- July 2025
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