Frequently conducted through e-mail and bulletin boards. Using specific software live interface with other members is possible. 

Communication of internet support groups

A variant of self-help groups that lack the face-to-face element.

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Self-help groups

Internet support groups

Peer delivered services 

Categories of peer support

Solomon, P. (2004). Peer support/peer provided services underlying processes, benefits, and critical ingredients. Psychiatric rehabilitation journal, 27(4), 392. https://doi.org/10.2975/27.2004.392.401

Peer support/peer provided services underlying processes, benefits, and critical ingredients.

Voluntary small group structures for mutual aid in the accomplishment of a specific purpose. 

Self-help groups

Internet support groups

Services provided by individuals who identify themselves as having a mental illness and are receiving or have received mental health services, and deliver services for the purpose of helping others with a mental illness. 

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