Involving patients, carers and families: an international perspective on emerging priorities

BJPsych Int. 2017 Feb 1;14(1):1-4. doi: 10.1192/s2056474000001550. eCollection 2017 Feb.

Abstract

This paper focuses on the importance of involving patients, families and other carers when offering and deciding on treatment and care options. It highlights the activities of international and national organisations in facilitating collaboration with patients and families in treatment, research, teaching and training related to mental healthcare.