Psychiatric-mental Health Nursing

by Sheila L. Videbeck

This fully updated Fifth Edition explores the full psychiatric nursing curriculum, from theoretical foundations to application of interventions for commonly encountered disorders. The focus is on treatment modalities, nursing care, therapeutic communication, and self-awareness. The built-in study guide helps reinforce student learning and knowledge retention. Abundant features highlight the most …

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Promoting Public Mental Health and Well-being

by Catherine J. Mackereth, Jean S. Brown, Alyson M. Learmonth

What factors affect mental health and well-being on a societal and individual level, and how can mental health be enhanced through effective prevention and intervention? This book sets out key strategies, and case studies demonstrate principles in practice. Essential reading for mental health and public health professionals and students.

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Mental Health A Pocket Guide

by Debra O'Kane

- Increased consumer focus - New chapter on trauma-informed practice and care - New focus on loss and grief (including loss of employment, relationships, COVID and climate-related events) - Increased focus on self-care, self-awareness and support strategies - Greater emphasis on cultural awareness and working across the lifespan

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Fundamentals of Mental Health Nursing

by Andrew Clifton, Steve Hemingway, Anne Felton

Evidence-based introduction to the role of the mental health nurse, covering social, political, psychological, and biological aspects of mental health Fundamentals of Mental Health Nursing is an accessible, evidence-based introduction to the role of the mental health nurse, exploring the concepts of mental health and distress, ethics and accountability, key …

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The Art and Science of Mental Health Nursing

by Ian Norman

This comprehensive nursing text has been fully and extensively updated for this third edition, and offers students a complete guide to the art and science of mental health nursing. The book combines theory and practice to look in-depth at: Different 'types' of mental health problems ; Different therapeutic interventions ; …

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Workforce Development Theory and Practice in the Mental Health Sector

by Smith, Mark, Jury, Angela F.

Across the globe, evaluating the initiatives and planning strategies of the modern workforce has become increasingly imperative. By developing professional competencies, various sectors can achieve better quality skill development. Workforce Development Theory and Practice in the Mental Health Sector is an essential reference source on the understanding of workforce capacity …

Psychology

Mental Health Professionals, Minorities and the Poor

by Michael E. Illovsky

Mental Health Professionals, Minorities, and the Poorprovides mental health professionals with informationessential to the accurate assessment and effectivetreatment of diver populations.

Psychology

Mental Health Care in Paramedic Practice

by Ursula Rolfe, David Partlow

Mental health conditions are becoming more prevalent in today’s society and it has been estimated that 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health issue at some point in their lives. The increase in mental health complaints has also affected the volume of calls to 999 …

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Essentials of Mental Health

by Jahangir Moini, Anthony LoGalbo, Amparo Gutierrez, Patrick J. Aragon

Essentials of Mental Health is an authoritative guide designed to provide comprehensive mental health knowledge that caters to professionals and students alike. The book reviews major mental disorders, including mood, anxiety, and personality disorders, as well as conditions like schizophrenia and sleep-wake disorders. Each disorder has specific symptoms, diagnostic criteria, …

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Mental Health

by Ann Quigley

According to the World Health Organization, one in four people will be affected by mental or neurological disorders at some point in their lives. Editor Ann Quigley has collected a group of primary source writings that provide your readers a with a broad spectrum of views on key topics relating …

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