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From famine to feast as dual diagnosis features in new UK government policy and strategy
- Author:
- HAMILTON Ian
- Journal article citation:
- Advances in Dual Diagnosis, 10(3), 2017, pp.120-122.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to outline the latest policy announcements by the UK Government and how they relate to people who have co-occurring mental health and substance use problems. Design/methodology/approach: A rapid review was undertaken of policy, strategy and guidance. Findings: All three publications are united by their ambition to improve the care and treatment for people who have developed problems with substances and their mental health. The challenge will be to realise these ambitions in an environment where financial and human resources are contracting. Originality/value: It is important for clinicians, commissioners of treatment and researchers to be kept informed of policy development and how these initiatives will affect people with mental health and substance use problems. (Publisher abstract)
The 10 most important debates surrounding dual diagnosis
- Author:
- HAMILTON Ian
- Journal article citation:
- Advances in Dual Diagnosis, 7(3), 2014, pp.118-128.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
This paper reflects on the progress made to date in advancing knowledge and understanding of the relationship between substance use and mental health. The author draws on the available literature, identifying key contributions from a variety of fields which have helped to shape the understanding of the issues in relation to dual diagnosis. The ten key themes are identified: the definition of the term dual diagnosis; prevelence and incidence; assessment; cognitive functioning; the reasons behind the relationship between substance misuse and mental health; contrasting perspectives; integrated care; identity and stigma; staff attitudes; and philosophy of treatment. (Edited publisher abstract)