Community Mental Health for Older People
- 1 Edición - 26 de marzo de 2010
- Última edición
- Autores: Gerard J. Byrne, Christine C. Neville
- Idioma: Inglés
Community Mental Health for Older People is the perfect resource for mental health workers as it discuses the ageing population, within the context of community mental health. It… Leer más
Descripción
Descripción
Community Mental Health for Older People is the perfect resource for mental health workers as it discuses the ageing population, within the context of community mental health. It provides a comprehensive overview of the important issues and clinical practices that influence mental health care for older people. Written from a multidisciplinary perspective it is suitable for all health workers in community mental health teams (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workers, clinical psychologists, consumer representatives, medical practitioners, occupational therapists, registered nurses, social workers, etc) as it incorporates the use of case studies to aid in the application of evidence-based practice.
Puntos claves
Puntos claves
- Multidisciplinary approach serves to illustrate the breadth and context of mental issues for older people
- Chapters are topical and relevant, discussing issues such as service provision, cultural and rural issues, major disorders and interventions, as well as ethical and legal issues.
- Vignettes are included throughout the clinical chapters and serve to illustrate real cases derived from practice
- Evidence-based practice is a key element to this pivotal new text as it highlights the best method of practise, in a clear and accessible manner.
- Highly readable style without the bulkiness of excessive references
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Detalles del producto
Detalles del producto
- Edición: 1
- Última edición
- Publicado: 26 de marzo de 2010
- Idioma: Inglés
Sobre los autores
Sobre los autores
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Gerard J. Byrne
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