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Articles published in this journal are provided for scholarly, educational and professional-information purposes. They do not constitute medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal or other individualised professional advice and should not be used as a substitute for assessment, diagnosis, treatment or advice from an appropriately qualified professional.
The views and conclusions expressed in individual articles are those of their authors and do not necessarily represent those of the journal, its editors or National Wellbeing Service Ltd. Publication and peer review do not constitute endorsement of an author’s views, products, services, techniques or methods, nor do they provide a guarantee of their accuracy, completeness, safety, suitability or effectiveness.
Techniques, exercises, interventions and other methods described in articles may not be suitable for every person, client, condition or context. Readers and practitioners are responsible for exercising appropriate professional judgement, working within the limits of their competence and considering relevant evidence, individual needs, informed consent, contraindications, risks, safeguarding requirements and applicable ethical, legal and professional guidance. Appropriate supervision, referral or specialist advice should be obtained where necessary.
Authors are expected to identify material risks, limitations and contraindications associated with techniques or methods described in their articles. However, readers should not assume that every possible risk or precaution has been identified. Knowledge and professional guidance may also change after an article has been published.
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Last updated: 27 August 2026