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Learning disabilities and mental illness: a guide for practitioners and carers
- Authors:
- DAWSON Carol, MORGAN Penny
- Publisher:
- Pepar
- Publication year:
- 1997
- Pagination:
- 96p.,list of orgs.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Birmingham
Sets out to raise awareness about mental health problems in people with learning difficulties. Aimed at carers and service providers. Looks at: the roles of the professionals involved; current legislation; possible signs and symptoms; recognised interventions; and what carers can do to support. Also includes chapters on: depression; loss and bereavement; anxiety states; post traumatic stress disorder; eating disorders; schizophrenia; and dementia.