The public's ability to recognize mental disorders and their beliefs about treatment: changes in Australia over 8 years

Anthony F. Jorm Centre for Mental Health Research, Australian National University, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, 0200, AustraliaCorrespondence[email protected]

Helen Christensen Centre for Mental Health Research, Australian National University, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, 0200, Australia

Kathleen M. Griffiths Centre for Mental Health Research, Australian National University, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, 0200, Australia

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