Which term refers to the mutual support, time, energy, resources, and advancement of awareness about psychiatric illness needed to advocate for improved family services?
a. Family advocacy
b. Family community aid
c. Suicide prevention advocacy
d. Community advancement agency
A
Family advocacy refers to the mutual support, time, energy, and resources needed to advocate for improved services and opportunities for family members with psychiatric illness. It is effective in raising awareness among service providers, legislators, and the public.
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