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Research study exploring mental health in the Sri Lankan community Download the PDF file . To whom this may concern,  We are conducting a survey of the Sri Lankan community in Australia to learn how they seek help for mental health concerns. The emotional health of immigrants and their family is recognised as an important part of a successful life; however, little is known about mental health in the Sri Lankan community. The survey is a research project conducted by Western Sydney University Clinical Psychology Masters student Ms Makavitage Ravina Perera (Ravina) and supervised by Dr Roy Laube. The survey asks participants to respond to six situations described in brief examples. We will then ask about where people think they would seek help for themselves or their friend or family member. The survey can be completed in English or Sinhala.  We are seeking your assistance with this project by forwarding ...