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Table 1 Research values

From: International observatory on mental health systems: structure and operation

Excellence: Ensure that research is of the highest quality

Curiosity: Encourage curiosity and support exploration

Free inquiry: Remove impediments to free inquiry

Attitudes to authority: Examine and question authority

Justice and equity: Ensure that research contributes to the public good

Research ethics: Protect and enhance the rights and interests of research participants by establishing processes that ensure ethical research practice