Supporting cast

Family, friends, treating team, carers, support groups, consumer and carer organisations.

We all need someone to lean on, so make the most of your supporting cast. Family, friends, carers, the treating team, peer support workers, support groups, local communities, helpfully opinionated fellow consumers, consumer organisations . . . all can offer ongoing and invaluable help, focus and direction to aid your recovery.

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Clinician versus peer support

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Friend and family support and engagement

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Psychologist referrals, continuity of care

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Support from my husband

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