Rejected petition To have Fibromyalgia recognised more along with other mental health illnesses

too much stigma around mental health illnesses such chronic disorders and manic disorders, too many people are treated like 2nd class citizens. more training is needed on mental health its not all about text book, more facilities is needed for chronic pain like fibromyalgia

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alot of places in northern ireland have lack of facilities, more mental health specialists are needed gp's should have a more understanding and not send patients home with leaflets

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Date submitted 12 August 2015
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