Description
This is the 3rd edition of a highly successful title that has established itself as the core text in the field
Provides a unique balance between theory, policy and a focus on the lived experience of mental health
The new edition reflects the latest developments in best practice including understanding the impact of structural disadvantage
Features up-to-date case studies and consumer reflections and perspectives
Table of Contents
Preface. Part I: The Context for Practice. 1. A starting point: Understanding social work in mental health. 2. The lived experience of mental illness. 3. Concepts and issues in mental health. 4. The policy and legal context for practice. 5. Overview of mental health disorders. Part II: Social Work Practice. 6. Assessment for social work practice. 7. Social casework in mental health settings. 8. Working with people with mental illness across service systems. 9. Working with families. 10. Working with Communities. 11. Sustaining social work in mental health agencies.
