Levels of mental health care

Getting your loved one access to the mental health care they need is a challenge. So much new information comes at you fast and furious.

Take this lesson to get a handle on the levels of mental health care — including inpatient, outpatient, intensive outpatient, residential, and more. You'll get tips on ways to make finding that care easier and less confusing. You'll also learn about the people you might meet on the treatment team that takes care of your loved one. Last but not least, you'll find out what to do for the hospital discharge process.

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Getting your loved one access to the mental health care they need is a challenge. So much new information comes at you fast and furious.

Take this lesson to get a handle on the levels of mental health care — including inpatient, outpatient, intensive outpatient, residential, and more. You'll get tips on ways to make finding that care easier and less confusing. You'll also learn about the people you might meet on the treatment team that takes care of your loved one. Last but not least, you'll find out what to do for the hospital discharge process.

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