Crisis intervention

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A way of helping people cope at a time of crisis when they are overwhelmed, and enabling them to remain in their home. It is used with people who have mental health problems, and with families who are facing challenges.

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Synonym of

Not to be confused with

See also

See other terms relating to

Use instead of

Consider using instead

Parent of

Child of

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Crisis intervention

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