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Why is this important for you?

Why is this important for you?

NICE aims to help people to get the best possible care no matter who they are or where they live. The guideline aims to:

  • help stop people with learning disabilities from getting mental health problems

  • help staff to recognise when people with learning disabilities have a mental health problem

  • help doctors and other staff who work with people with learning disabilities to assess mental health problems

  • make sure parents, family members, carers and care workers have the support they need

  • recommend treatments.

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