Full Description
An engaging straightforward text based on scientific rationale that incorporates cultural aspects and current trends into the overall analysis. Offers information about gaining and maintaining good personal mental health as well. Aimed at beginning allied health students. Key words: Mental Health, Allied Health,
Contents
Chapter 1Health. Chapter 3: Understanding Self and Others. Chapter 4: Relieving Anxiety. Chapter 5: Psychotherapies. Chapter 6: Group Process. Chapter 7: Effective Communication. Chapter 8: Emotional Aspects. Chapter 9: Geriatric Mental Health. Chapter 10: Alcoholism. Chapter 11: Drug Dependency. Chapter 12: Maladaptive Behaviors. Chapter 13: Violence and Disturbed Behaviors. Chapter 14: Human Sexuality. Chapter 15: Grieving and Pain. Chapter 16: Facilitating Mental Health and Reentry into the Community. Appendix A: American Nurses" Association Standards of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Practice. Appendix B: NANDA Nursing Diagnoses Related to Mental Health (2001-2002). Appendix C: DSM-IV-TR Classification. Glossary. Bibliography. Index
