Understanding Social Work Practice in Mental Health

Name: Understanding Social Work Practice in Mental Health
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ISBN: 9781412935050

ISBN-10: 1412935059

ISBN-13: 9781412935050

Edition: 2010

Authors: Victoria Coppock, R. W. Dunn, R. W. Dunn

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This book provides an authoritative overview of mental health theory, policy, and practice. Exploring the complex moral and ethical dimensions underpinning the field, the book engages with the key issues encountered by practitioners working in the modern mental health system. Using real world scenarios, case studies, and reflective exercises, it asks students to critically examine the world of mental health practice from the perspective of users of mental health services and their careers.

Book details

List price: $38.99
Copyright year: 2010
Publisher: SAGE Publications, Limited
Publication date: 12/4/2009
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 176
Size: 6.75" wide x 9.50" long x 0.37" tall
Weight: 0.682
Language: English



Introduction


Understanding Mental Health and Mental Distress


Thinking the Present Historically: The Making of The Modern Mental Health System


Care in the Community: Policy Ideals and Practice Realities


Risk Versus Rights: The Tensions in Implementing Mental Health Law


What Works in Promoting Recovery? Evidence Based Practice and The Dynamics of Power in Mental Health Research


Challenging Inequality And Respecting Diversity


Crossing Cultures: Interprofessional Working in Mental Health


Conclusion