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What other mental health services exist?

Beyond intensive units, the NHS offers a wide spectrum of mental health services, including community mental health teams, talking therapies, crisis lines, and general psychiatric wards. These services aim to provide care at the least restrictive level necessary, supporting people in their recovery journey.

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