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For the first time, in the history of Institute of Mental Health (IMH), two clients who have recovered, were relocated to a rented house to join the urban community on Saturday. “Initially, there was resistance in renting out to people with mental health issues, but it is changing. She said that art therapy helps in treating mental health problems, and the institute has increased its support for such treatment strategies. Speaking to Express, IMH Director Poorna Chandrika said the institute would ensure more people are relocated into inclusive urban communities like this duo. No IMH or NGO staff are positioned at the houses to ensure clients are free from the feeling of being institutionalised..