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January 2006 - Sharing mental health information with carers: pointers to good practice for service providers
A research summary based on research undertaken by the Health Services Research Department, Institute of Psychiatry and the charity Rethink. The research suggests that more information and a recognition of the importance of the carer can lead to better outcomes for both service users and providers.

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November 2004 - A proper break: effective respite services for carers of people with dementia
A research summary outlining the findings of a literature review carried out by Arksey et al (2004). The review looked at ways to improve respite services and short-term breaks for carers of people with dementia, to identify gaps in existing knowledge.

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October 2002 - Services to support carers of people with mental health problems
A research summary based on the main findings of a review by Arksey et al (2002). The review looked at the research evidence and current service provision of support of carers of people with mental health problems.

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