Reflective Practice in Mental Health
Advanced Psychosocial Practice with Children, Adolescents and Adults
Martin Webber editor Jack Nathan editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Published:15th Aug '10
Should be back in stock very soon
This essential guide covers complexities in mental health care through case studies, making Reflective Practice in Mental Health invaluable for practitioners and students alike.
The book Reflective Practice in Mental Health delves into the intricate challenges faced by mental health practitioners. It encourages readers to engage in deep reflection regarding their own understanding and approach to mental health care. By incorporating a variety of case studies, the text provides insights into different therapeutic modalities, including psychodynamic theory, cognitive behavioural therapy, systemic family therapy, attachment therapy, and therapeutic group work. Each case study not only illustrates theoretical concepts but also highlights the real-world dilemmas that practitioners encounter in their day-to-day practice.
In Reflective Practice in Mental Health, readers will find contributions from leading experts in the field, making it a comprehensive resource for both students and seasoned professionals. The inclusion of diverse case studies across various settings—ranging from inpatient facilities to community services—ensures that the book addresses a wide spectrum of mental health scenarios. This breadth of perspective allows for a richer understanding of the complexities involved in mental health care.
This text is positioned as an essential guide for social work practitioners and students who aspire to excel in mental health social work. By focusing on psycho-social theory and practice, Reflective Practice in Mental Health aims to become a seminal work that enhances the quality of care provided in the field, ultimately contributing to better outcomes for clients.
That said, this book is suitable for a much wider audience - anyone working in the support professions who wants to widen their understanding of what makes practice effective...I would recommend this book to all social workers and especially those who want to develop their career through acquiring an advanced post initial training qualification. -- Behavioural Health Central, Peta Barber, area principal psychologist at Highland Council
Reflective Practice in Mental Health provides a key foundation for socially oriented practice. It integrates what is still relevant from earlier traditions (including neglected areas such as psychoanalytic perspectives), and links this to leading edge research and analysis. What is particularly refreshing is its willingness to engage with the depth and complexity of mental health difficulties - signposting a way forward that is grounded in theory and research, and taking us beyond the reactive, procedural and over-medicalised approaches that can dominate current practice. -- Jerry Tew, Senior Lecturer in Social Work, University of Birmingham, UK
An excellent book and a must for the professional who wants to further develop their knowledge and practice of psychosocial practice. It is timely as social work needs to raise its game and to establish its professional identity. Using a variety of case studies showing how a range of methods of intervention can work this makes compelling reading for those who are engaged in working with people who have mental health problems. This book will appeal to a range of mental health professional and is especially relevant for practitioners who are looking to develop advanced psychosocial practice. -- Professor Malcolm Golightley, Head of the School of Health and Social Care, University of Lincoln, UK
ISBN: 9781849050296
Dimensions: 228mm x 152mm x 16mm
Weight: 400g
272 pages