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The logical structure of the “Psychological Teahouse”’s psychological services for people of all ages

2026-10-20Author:韦志中;王莉华;周榕;周毛毛;2 reads

English summary of a Chinese-language article · machine translated

<Introduction> Our society is currently in a period of transformation and development. The need for mental health services among residents is becoming increasingly urgent. However, most existing psychological services still rely on a “passive acceptance” approach, making it difficult for vulnerable groups such as the elderly, teenagers, and children in difficult situations to access these services easily. Communities have the advantage of offering convenient and nearby services, but these services are still limited to sporadic activities and localized initiatives. The emergence of “psychological tea houses” represents a significant breakthrough. After the first psychological tea house was established in Linquan, Anhui in 2020, similar establishments have now emerged in many regions across the country. Among these “psychological tea houses,” the one in Nansha, Guangzhou, is particularly active. It operates under the guidance of local authorities…