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Acknowledgements. Introduction. Part I. Processes and Functions of Mutual Support. 1. What is Mutual Support? 2. Mutual Support from a Developmental Perspective. 3. Mental Health Difficulties and Social Functioning. Part II. Mutual Support and Mental Health Provision. 4. Formal and Informal Help. 5. Group Therapy. 6. Therapeutic Communities. Part III. Applications of Mutual Support. 7. Does Mutual Support Work? 8. Putting Theory into Practice: How to Make a Difference. 9. The Future of Mutual Support. Part IV. Further Information. Professional Organisations in the United Kingdom. Therapeutic Communities in the United Kingdom. Mutual Support Organisations and Groups in the United Kingdom. Other Useful Contacts in the United Kingdom. Rest of World Contacts. References. Subject Index. Author Index.