Developing a Mental Health Experience of Services (MHES) Survey for Scotland
This report explores and summarises the requirements from and options for a National Mental Health Experience of Services (MHES) survey. The MHES would gather regular data on service user experiences and help inform standards measurement and service improvement, policy development and NHS reform.
Appendix B: Evidence review bibliography
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