Mental Health Commission blames Hollywood films for 'stigmatising' vital form of treatment

The Mental Health Commission is concerned a vital form of treatment has become 'stigmatised based on Hollywood movies'.

Mental Health Commission blames Hollywood films for 'stigmatising' vital form of treatment
Fri, 06 Mar, 2020 - 07:56
Digital Desk staff

The Mental Health Commission is concerned a vital form of treatment has become 'stigmatised based on Hollywood movies'.

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