People with lived experience [of a mental disorder or mental health condition] / Experts by experience [of a mental disorder or mental health condition]

General public definition

• People with lived experience or experts by experience of a mental disorder or mental health condition are living with, have lived with, or are recovering from a mental disorder or mental health condition.

Academic definition

• People with lived experience or experts by experience of a mental disorder or mental health condition are living with, have lived with, or are recovering from a mental disorder or mental health condition.
• These terms may also include people who were exposed to one or more potentially psychologically traumatic event.
• These terms may also include the family members and other supporting persons who are engaged with people who are living with, have lived with, or are recovering from a mental disorder or mental health condition or exposure to one or more potentially psychologically traumatic events.

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