What are the barriers and facilitators to seeking help for mental health in NHS doctors: a systematic review and qualitative study | BMC Psychiatry

What are the barriers and facilitators to seeking help for mental health in NHS doctors: a systematic review and qualitative study | BMC Psychiatry

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