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Where there is no child psychiatrist: a mental healthcare manual
- Authors:
- EAPEN Valsamma, GRAHAM Philip, SRINATH Shoba
- Publisher:
- Royal College of Psychiatrists
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Pagination:
- 214p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Mental health problems and worries are common among infants, children and adolescents in every part of the world. This book is a practical manual for primary healthcare professionals, teachers and anyone who works with children – especially in places where specialist psychiatric care is not available. After presenting an overview of child mental health problems, the manual goes on to deal with the various developmental, behavioural and emotional problems that arise in as many as 10% of the youth population. For each problem it first provides a case study and then describes how to find out more about a child with this problem. It suggests what can be done to help the child and their family. It also examines the mental health aspects of childhood maltreatment and exposure to natural or man-made disasters. This book is intended for anyone who works with children or young people, but who does not have specialist training in mental health problems. This includes: primary care doctors and nurses, community health workers and teachers.
An uneasy dwelling: the story of the Philadelphia Association community houses
- Author:
- GORDON Paul
- Publisher:
- PCCS Books
- Publication year:
- 2010
- Place of publication:
- Ross-on-Wye
The Philadelphia Association has been providing places of asylum for over 40 years. Hundreds of men and women, whether formally designated ‘mentally ill’, or experiencing serious emotional distress, have entered a PA community house and been allowed to “go through whatever they have to go through”, in their own time and in their own way, free from the interventions of psychiatry or family. Despite the longevity and the radically different nature of the project, little has been written about the work. This book is an attempt to correct that. It is in part a history of the houses but also an account of how the houses work today and an exploration of their underpinning ethos. The most famous of the houses was the first, Kingsley Hall, which opened in 1965 and which has come to have an almost iconic status in the world of what has come to be called critical psychiatry. More than 15 houses have been run under PA auspices. In the past the PA was most closely identified with one of its founders, the highly public figure RD Laing. This book is an attempt to explain more about the PA and reveal misperceptions.
There be monsters: a case study
- Authors:
- GRIFFITHS Sara, TALLON Alastair
- Publisher:
- National Archives
- Publication year:
- 2006
- Pagination:
- 29p.
- Place of publication:
- London
This project was inspired by the Map and Atlas collection within The National Archives. The aim was to use the devices and imaginary creatures inscribed on some of the oldest maps to inspire adults with experience of mental ill health. They created a sculpture that was unveiled in February 2005 and now has pride of place in the grounds of The National Archives. These sessions provided participants with the opportunity to handle original documentation and to talk to experts about the conservation and care of these pieces of history. The project also involved skilled artists (mosaic, ceramic and model-making specialists) working with the group to enable them to design and build the finished piece.
Case study: City and Hackney CAMHS extended service
- Author:
- SOCIAL CARE INSTITUTE FOR EXCELLENCE
- Publisher:
- Social Care Institute for Excellence
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Pagination:
- 6p.
- Place of publication:
- London
A short case study describing the work of City and Hackney Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS). The service has extended their Tier 3 service provision to young people past the age of 18 years old who do not currently meet the criteria for Adult Mental Health Services (AMHS), but who are considered to require a mental health service. The case study outlines the background to the project, describes how the service was designed, how outcomes and impact of the service will be measured, and explains when the the service may be suitable to transferable to other settings. (Original abstract)
Fit for life: a community exercise group for older people with a mental health condition
- Author:
- JOINT IMPROVEMENT TEAM
- Publisher:
- Joint Improvement Team
- Publication year:
- 2014
- Pagination:
- 4
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
An outline of the Fit for Life programme, designed to help bridge the gap between NHS mental health services and main-stream community exercise groups with the aim of: increasing physical activity levels, reducing risk of falls and maintaining/improving mental health and well-being for older people with mental health conditions. The programme has evolved in the last four years to encompass the principles of recovery orientated practice whereby individuals are able to actively build a meaningful life while continuing to experience mental health problems or following a period of poor mental health. It consists of a 12 week community-based group, run three times a year. The format includes strengthening/balance exercises and Tai Chi. Case studies are included to illustrate impact and outcomes of the programme. (Edited publisher abstract)
Direct payments in mental health: what are they being used for? 2
- Author:
- CARE SERVICES IMPROVEMENT PARTNERSHIP
- Publisher:
- Care Services Improvement Partnership
- Publication year:
- 2007
- Pagination:
- 31p.
- Place of publication:
- London
- Edition:
- Rev. ed.
A selection of examples showing the ways in which direct payments can or are being used in place of mental health services in a number of local authorities. The examples have been drawn from reports, studies and those working with the direct payments element of the National Social Inclusion Programme.
Social work and mental health
- Author:
- KARBAN Kate
- Publisher:
- Polity
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Pagination:
- 224p.
- Place of publication:
- Cambridge
The author offers an approach to addressing mental health issues that emphasises the relevance of mental health for all social workers, not just those in specialist mental health settings. The book covers the complexities of contemporary theory, policy and practice in this area, taking account of developments in user and carer involvement and interprofessional working. Key chapters focus on issues of inequality and diversity, drawing attention to the social determinants of health and the important contribution of social work in promoting social perspectives in mental health. Practice issues addressed include the mental health of children, young people and families, and older people, as well as a range of mental health conditions. Promoting rights, recovery and social justice and balancing these with an appreciation of risk is central to all the discussions. Practice examples and points for reflection are included to encourage critical thinking and further exploration of the issues raised. Suggestions for additional reading and resources are offered at the end of each chapter.
Case study: Uthink: a third sector recovery learning programme for 14-25 year olds
- Author:
- SOCIAL CARE INSTITUTE FOR EXCELLENCE
- Publisher:
- Social Care Institute for Excellence
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Pagination:
- 8p.
- Place of publication:
- London
This case study describes the work of Uthink recovery learning programme, which is designed for 14-25 for olds experiencing, or at risk of developing, mental health problems (including those with first episode psychosis). The programme was originally run as a pilot in three sites across England, and included residential services, leadership, peer mentoring and modular-based elements. It aimed to improve young people's understanding of and ability to manage their mental health difficulties; help them to build peer relationships and network; and provide opportunities to learn new skills, including communication skills, and to have hope and aspirations for the future. Aspects of the pilot programmes are now being embedded into local services offered by Rethink in the East Midlands and Dorset areas. The case study provides background to the project, information on designing the services, intended outcomes, measuring impact and resources involved.
Managing mental health through Covid-19: tips for good practice
- Author:
- ASSOCIATION OF DIRECTORS OF ADULT SOCIAL SERVICES
- Publisher:
- Association of Directors of Adult Social Services
- Publication year:
- 2020
- Pagination:
- 16
- Place of publication:
- London
The COVID-19 pandemic presents various mental health challenges for a wide range of communities across the UK. Evidence has emerged of a specific and serious impact for those with underlying health conditions and for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities. As new measures are introduced, their effects on many people’s usual activities, routines or livelihoods multiply, resulting in increased levels of loneliness, depression, harmful alcohol and drug use, and self-harm or suicidal behaviour. This publication highlights some overarching principles and local innovative practices that are being adopted by different local authorities to meet these increasing needs and prevent people entering secondary mental health services unnecessarily. While mental health is determined by much broader factors than access to mental health services, these are critical for people experiencing mental illness. Services were already stretched, with many providers reporting an inability to meet the rising demand prior to the pandemic, and lockdown is adding pressure that is likely to increase in future. These good practice examples show what can be achieved with good partnership working, excellent communication channels and a genuine desire to improve the lives of those who experience mental health issues. (Edited publisher abstract)
Peer support for employment: a practice review
- Authors:
- SAYCE Liz, FAGELMAN Natasha
- Publisher:
- Disability Rights UK
- Publication year:
- 2016
- Pagination:
- 63
- Place of publication:
- London
A companion report to The Work Foundation’s review of research evidence on peer support in employment, this report identifies practice examples of peer support to help people with long term health conditions or disabilities to secure, retain or progress in employment. Based on a survey and interviews the report identified over 50 practice examples. The Practice Review discusses different approaches under the following headings: who is involved and benefiting; the purpose of the initiatives (recruitment, retention, progression, and wider outcomes); and the type of approach used (on-to-one, support groups, paid or unpaid). It then highlights the impact of the practice examples, including evidence on outcomes. Practice Review finds promising peer support practice in relation to securing, retaining and progressing in employment, for disabled people generally and for people living with specific impairments. It also found a high demand for peer support, and those involved in the report found peer support for employment offers hope, additional confidence and a sense of achievement. The report makes recommendations to support and strengthen the practice of peer support for disabled people or those with long-term conditions in terms of employment. (Edited publisher abstract)