Social Work and Mental Health |
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| Author:
| Golightley, Malcolm |
| Series title: | Transforming Social Work Practice Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4462-8230-4 |
| Publication Date: | May 2014 |
| Publisher: | SAGE Publications, Limited
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| Imprint: | Learning Matters Limited |
| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $38.00 |
Book Description:
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Now including a new chapter on the Mental Capacity Act and with updates to social policy throughout, as well as more material on social work and dementia, this book introduces readers to the complex issues surrounding mental health. Law and policy are outlined whilst the author gives space to ethical considerations when working alongside the most vulnerable in society. There are clear links between policy, legislation and social work practice and learning features mean...
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Now including a new chapter on the Mental Capacity Act and with updates to social policy throughout, as well as more material on social work and dementia, this book introduces readers to the complex issues surrounding mental health. Law and policy are outlined whilst the author gives space to ethical considerations when working alongside the most vulnerable in society. There are clear links between policy, legislation and social work practice and learning features mean students can begin to think critically about a variety of mental health issues.