... work and mental health value base; ethics, social values and mental health treatment; the development of mental health law; values in approved practice, empowerment and enforcement; equality and diversity; rights and self-determination; privacy and dignity; effective safeguarding; capacity; and dealing with complex needs. The book is primarily aimed at social workers who are undertaking
This book draws on the historical context and contemporary research evidence to present the roles of the Mental Health Social Worker, the Approved Mental Health Professional and Best Interest Assessor, within an ethical framework. Codes of practice and statutory legal requirements, such as the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and the Human Rights Act, are discussed and linked to a competency-based approach aimed at assisting both those in training and those in practice to understand the dilemmas, complexities and conflicts that are evident in the practice environment. Each chapter begins with a statement of its objectives and ends with a conclusion and summary. Case studies, reflection points and activities are included throughout. Topics covered include: the development of the social work and mental health value base; ethics, social values and mental health treatment; the development of mental health law; values in approved practice, empowerment and enforcement; equality and diversity; rights and self-determination; privacy and dignity; effective safeguarding; capacity; and dealing with complex needs. The book is primarily aimed at social workers who are undertaking post-qualifying awards.
Subject terms:
human rights, mental capacity, mental health care, mental health law, mental health services, privacy, self-determination, safeguarding adults, diversity, dignity, empowerment, equal opportunities, ethics;