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Directorate of Mental HealthAbout Us
What is our main aim To provide timely, evidence based mental health support to Commanders and Australian Defence Force (ADF) members through the development of policy, training and treatment programs which, while evidence based, is adapted to the special conditions found in military service. We pride ourselves in enhancing the operational effectiveness of the ADF and to take care of its key capability – its people.What We Provide DMH has an integrated, multi-disciplinary focus for the delivery of a broad spectrum of mental health services, including mental health promotion, training, prevention, early identification, treatment and rehabilitation. We recognise that mental health is not solely related to diagnosable mental disorders, but encompasses a broad range of lifestyle, mental wellbeing and job performance factors. Through the ADF Mental Health Strategy (MHS) we are able to focus on prevention and evidence-based treatment to maximise retention and enhance the quality of life for Defence personnel. We have six key initiatives: Should you wish to provide feedback on the ADF Mental Health Strategy Internet Pages or have any enquiries, please Email DMH.mentalhealth@defence.gov.au30 September, 2008 |
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