Making Decisions in Compulsory Mental Health Work: Boundaries, Frames and Perspectives

Author:   Rebecca Fish (University of Central Lancashire) ,  Neil Caton ,  Kevin Stone (The University of Warwick) ,  Gillian Robinson
Publisher:   Bristol University Press
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9781447362890


Pages:   216
Publication Date:   28 March 2023
Format:   Paperback
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Making Decisions in Compulsory Mental Health Work: Boundaries, Frames and Perspectives


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Designed to support training and CPD in compulsory mental health work, this book looks at assessment, detention, compulsion and coercion in a variety of mental health settings. It focuses on decision making in a variety of professional roles with people from a diversity of backgrounds including contributions from people with lived experience of mental health services. With emphasis on theory into practice, the book is essential reading for those looking to develop their reflexive and critical analytical skills. Relevant for all professionals making decisions under mental health legislation and those developing, teaching and supporting practitioners in the workplace, it includes: critical reflection techniques; 'editors' voice' features at the start and close of each chapter, summarising key themes.

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Author:   Rebecca Fish (University of Central Lancashire) ,  Neil Caton ,  Kevin Stone (The University of Warwick) ,  Gillian Robinson
Publisher:   Bristol University Press
Imprint:   Policy Press
ISBN:  

9781447362890


ISBN 10:   1447362896
Pages:   216
Publication Date:   28 March 2023
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  General/trade ,  Professional & Vocational ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand   Availability explained
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This should be an essential text for all undergoing training as Approved Mental Health Professionals, as well as those interested in the role of the AMHP. Steve Matthews (The Masked AMHP) An essential text for AMHPs and mental health professionals. It brings together a range of perspectives on the ethical, legal and practical aspects of MHA assessments and decision making. Tim Spencer-Lane, Kingston University This is a valuable addition to the AMHP library, with a variety of perspectives exploring decision making and acknowledging the importance of critical reflection when searching for the least restrictive alternative. Steve Chamberlain, Independent social worker


"""This should be an essential text for all undergoing training as Approved Mental Health Professionals, as well as those interested in the role of the AMHP."" Steve Matthews (The Masked AMHP) ""An essential text for AMHPs and mental health professionals. It brings together a range of perspectives on the ethical, legal and practical aspects of MHA assessments and decision making."" Tim Spencer-Lane, Kingston University ""This is a valuable addition to the AMHP library, with a variety of perspectives exploring decision making and acknowledging the importance of critical reflection when searching for the least restrictive alternative."" Steve Chamberlain, Independent social worker"


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Jill Hemmington is Senior Lecturer and Course Leader for the University of Central Lancashire AMHP programme and AMHP CPD. Sarah Vicary is Associate Head of School at the Open University.

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