Glossary Term

Mental Health and Psychosocial Support

Any type of local or outside support that aims to protect or promote psychosocial well-being and/or prevent or treat mental disorders for people in crisis situations.

Term Info

Source

IASC. (2007). Guidelines on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergency Settings

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