Women and mental health
Journal Title: Open Journal of Psychiatry & Allied Sciences - Year 2016, Vol 7, Issue 2
Abstract
Issues related to the mental health of women are a priority these days. Many international organisations working in the field of psychiatry are having sections on it now. This approach can go a long way in the improvement of the available mental health services for this population.
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Unaiza Niaz
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