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Mental illness: The facts

THIS DOCUMENT HAS BEEN RESCINDED. One in five Australians will experience a mental illness. This guide states the facts about mental illness and how myths and misunderstandings surrounding mental illness can be discouraged.

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PDF printable version of Mental illness: the facts (PDF 196 KB)

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