Experts by experience: strengthening the mental health consumer voice in Tasmania

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15 June 2009This research explores the achievements and struggles of the mental health consumer movement across Australia
in order to inform the development of consumer activities in one state, Tasmania. Using information collated from a literature review and one-to-one interviews with over 70 consumers and other stakeholders it maps consumer initiatives and activities nationally, describes the key themes and issues mental health consumers face both in Australia and overseas and presents some options for Tasmania. 

Publication typeReport
Publisher TypeAcademic research centre, APO Member
CoverageAustralia, Tasmania
CopyrightAnglicare Tasmania
Permanent URLhttp://apo.org.au/node/14804
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