The Mental Health of Australian Children: A Dual Continuum

Mental health interventions usually focus on reducing symptoms of psychological conditions. This continuum proposes a new approach.

Summary

Mental health interventions usually focus on reducing symptoms of psychological conditions. However, newer thinking suggests that helping children experience good mental health requires us to understand both mental health difficulties and mental health competence. 

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