Abstract

Written by a well known researcher, practitioner and teacher within the social care field, this text sets out some of the key objectives for the social worker who wishes to work in mental health. Incorporating new and challenging research findings, the book covers topics including: the multiple factors affecting mental health; the bio-psycho-social model of practice; key areas including depression, suicide, schizophrenia and personality disorder; the mental health-child protection interface; residential work; treatment modalities. This core text presents essential information in a clear and accessible manner and includes a series of case exercises to help the reader consolidate what has been learned.