International Perspectives On Mental Health

Type

Book

Authors

Fawcett, Barbara

Weber, Zita.

ISBN 13

9780230222489

Tags

Health and Fitness, mental disorders, Mental Health, Mental illness, PSYCHOLOGY / Mental Health, PSYCHOLOGY / Mental Illness, PSYCHOLOGY / Research & Methodology, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Volunteer Work

Abstract

Spanning an international evidence base, this book traces the development of contemporary theory, policy, and practice within the field of mental health. Drawing on snapshots from across the lifespan, it assesses the impact of issues such as gender and sexuality, and explores the range of global perspectives on mental ill health.

Description

x, 196 pages ; 22 cm

Biblio Notes

1. Historical moments in mental health : from straitjackets to the streets
2. Constructions of mental illness : from the past towards the future
3. Legal and ethical dilemmas in mental health
4. Children's matters
5. Trying times for adolescents : fight, flight or compliance?
6. Adults : the terrain of mental ill-health
7. Older women & men & mental health : turning around the stereotypes
8. The case of dual diagnosis
9. The upside/down of caring : families in mental health
10. Anti-discriminatory practice in mental health

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