Social Work in Mental Health: Areas of Practice, Challenges, and Way Forward
Abraham P Francis, "Social Work in Mental Health: Areas of Practice, Challenges, and Way Forward"
English | ISBN: 8132117409 | 2014 | 382 pages | EPUB | 1406 KB
English | ISBN: 8132117409 | 2014 | 382 pages | EPUB | 1406 KB
Social Work in Mental Health brings together a range of scholarly reflections and writings on the different roles of a social worker in the field of mental health. It provides a holistic picture to introduce readers to the wider issues of social work and mental health practice.
The book offers a detailed discussion on the theoretical and practice frameworks that are based on social justice and human rights perspectives. It not only provides an overview of intervention strategies but also directs readers’ attention to an alternative way of addressing mental health issues.
The author presents a cross-cultural and global perspective of mental health, but with specific references to India and Asia. He also addresses some of the recent debates in recovery, partnerships and strengths-based practices. The book has been specially designed for social work students, human service professionals and mental health practitioners and academicians.
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