An Explorative Study on the Role of Family Members in Caring for Mental Health Care Users in South Africa.

Background: The ultimate custodians of Mental Health Care Users (MHCUs) when they get discharged from mental health institutions are their family members. Thus, the family members have a significant role in rendering comprehensive and multifaceted care to MHCUs.

Aim: The study investigated the family members' role in the care of mental health care users in South Africa.