Health and Human Rights Info( HHRI) is a database that gives free information in English and Spanish on the effects of human rights violations on mental health in contexts of disaster, conflict and war. The database contains a list of publications that discuss psychosocial interventions at individual and community level. It also provides information on organisations that work in this field.
The development of this manual was funded by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Project Mental Health. The views expressed are those of HHRI and do not necessarily represent the policies of the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs or Project Mental Health.
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The authors of this manual have made a considerable effort to ensure that the information on which it is based is accurate and up to date. The recommendations contained in this manual do not imply that only one course of action is appropriate, or provide a formal standard of care; specific outcomes are not guaranteed. One must always take context and individual circumstances into account.
Users of this manual will access the materials and information as they choose. However, we suggest that you should respect the guidelines, and the emphasis on respect and dignity, as closely as possible. Always bear in mind the Sphere protection principles and the principle‘ Do No Harm’.
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