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The community managed mental health sector is a key provider of mental health services and supports to people in the community.

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Words are important. The language we use and the stories we tell have great significance to all involved.

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Trauma-Informed Language Tips

In Mental Health Month 2023, we’ve created a resource to assist in strengthening your understanding of trauma-informed language. Our Trauma-Informed Language Tips are simple suggestions for supporting people with lived experience of mental health conditions.

Trauma-Informed Language Tips

By using these tips and speaking as though the person you are speaking about will hear or read what you say, we can incorporate a trauma-informed approach in all aspects of recovery.

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