Humanising Mental Health Care in Australia: A Guide to Trauma-informed Approaches

Synopsis

Humanising Mental Health Care in Australia is a unique and innovative contribution to the healthcare literature that outlines the trauma-informed approaches necessary to provide a more compassionate model of care for those who suffer with mental illness. The impact of abuse and trauma is frequently overlooked in this population, to the detriment of both individual and society. This work highlights the importance of recognising such a history and responding humanely. The book explores the trauma-informed perspective across four sections. The first outlines theory, constructs and effects of abuse and trauma. The second section addresses the effects of abuse and trauma on specific populations. The third section outlines a diverse range of individual treatment approaches. The final section takes a broader perspective, examining the importance of culture and training as well as the organisation and delivery of services. Written in an accessible style by a diverse group of national and international experts, Humanising Mental Health Care in Australia is an invaluable resource for mental health clinicians, the community managed and primary health sectors, policy makers and researchers, and will be a helpful reference for people who have experienced trauma and those who care for them.

Copyright:

2019

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

ISBN-13:

9780429649509

Related ISBNs:

9780429021923, 9780367076603, 9780367076603, 9780367076580, 9780367076580

Publisher:

Taylor and Francis

Date of Addition:

05/14/19

Copyrighted By:

selection and editorial matter, Richard Benjamin, Joan Haliburn and Serena King

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Psychology

Submitted By:

Bookshare Staff

Usage Restrictions:

This is a copyrighted book.