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Assessing Woman Battering in Mental Health Services
Assessing Woman Battering challenges traditional mental health approaches to domestic violence and offers alternative strategies and procedures to improve the response to battered women.The book is a guide to the conceptual and practical issues associated with identifying and assessing battered women in mental health services.Edward W. Gondolf draws from research on mental health assessment and his own surveys of battered womenÆs services to illustrate these issues.The expertise of battered women advocates is used to develop answers to critical assessment issues.Beyond a how-to book, Assessing Woman Battering discusses the issues underlying the identification and assessment of battered women and assists clinicians in providing an appropriate and safe response for them.It presents ways to build collaboration that improves assessment and referrals, and establishes a supportive environment that enhances disclosure of woman battering, identifying potential strengths and further safety rather than increasing risks.Concluding chapters consider issues involved in assessing women of different racial backgrounds and men who battered their female partners.This timely and well-written book is directed to mental health practitioners and domestic violence workers as well as academics, researchers, and students in the helping professions. Academics, researchers, mental health practitioners, domestic violence workers, and professionals in violence against women, interpersonal violence, social work, clinical/counseling psychology, sociology, gender studies, family studies, public health, criminology, and nursing will find this book useful.
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Mental Health: Intervention Skills for the Emergency Services
This book addresses the practical management of mental health scenarios in the emergency setting and offers first-hand reflections on how emergency nurses, practitioners and allied mental health professionals handle these situations.Responding to mental health needs in emergency situations can be profoundly complex.Frequently emergency nurses and other personnel express their feelings of powerlessness, as they do not know what to say or do in order to achieve the best outcome, and have concerns that their intervention may make the situation worse for those in their care.How a practitioner confronts the mental health encounter and takes the essential steps in managing the event can have a critical impact on how that person copes in the future.This book helps readers understand what is involved in mental health work in emergency situations, and the practical, psychosocial and spiritual tensions that arise from managing the event and the sequelae.Moreover, it shows that it may be possible to provide a more effective emergency mental health service. This unique edited book presents critical reflections on aspects of mental health work gathered from the ‘hands-on’ experiences of the personnel.Mental health encounters in the emergency context are described in detail, illustrating not only what emergency nurses and mental health workers ‘do’ when mental health crises occur, but also what they feel about what they ‘do’.Written by a diverse team of emergency and mental health nurses and allied professionals currently engaged in emergency care both in hospital and pre-hospital settings, this book will appeal to emergency nurses and allied health professionals alike.
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Research Methods in Health: Investigating Health and Health Services
“An essential and comprehensive guide for students and researchers in a range of health care disciplines investigating health services, health care and well-being.”Professor Robert J.Edelmann, Emeritus Professor of Clinical and Forensic Psychology, University of Roehampton, UK“An invaluable resource for students, researchers and practitioners from all health backgrounds and disciplines, who are involved in research to produce a robust evidence-base to inform the development, provision, delivery and evaluation of healthcare services.”Felicity Smith, Professor Emeritus of Pharmacy Practice, UCL School of Pharmacy, UK“The fifth edition of ‘Research Methods in Health’ continues to provide an excellent broad based introduction to the subject.”Virginia Berridge, Professor of History and Health Policy, Centre for History in Public Health, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, UKThis bestselling book provides an accessible introduction to the concepts and practicalities of multi-disciplinary research methods in health and health services.The new edition has updated and expanded coverage of:•International examples, terms and approaches•Epidemiology and methods of tracing epidemics•Aging population demography and bio-demography •Evaluation and assessment of health services•Health services research and audit, including data generation•Methods of evaluating patients’ perspectives •Measuring quality of life outcomes•Health economics methods and applications•Quantitative and qualitative researchCore processes and methodologies such as social research, mixed methods, literature reviewing and critical appraisal, secondary data analysis and evidence-based practice will be covered in detail.The book also looks at the following key areas of health research:•Health needs•Morbidity and mortality trends and rates•Costing health services•Sampling for survey research•Cross-sectional and longitudinal survey design•Experimental methods and techniques of group assignment•Questionnaire design•Interviewing techniques•Coding and analysis of quantitative data•Methods and analysis of qualitative observational studies•Unstructured interviewingThe book is grounded in the author's career as a researcher on health and health service issues, and the valuable experience this has provided in meeting the challenges of research on people and organisations in real life settings. Research Methods in Health, Fifth Edition is an essential companion for students and researchers of health and health services at all levels, health clinicians and policy-makers with responsibility for applying research findings and judging the soundness of research. Ann Bowling is a sociologist, specialising in research on ageing, research methods, quality of life, public and social health.She was Professor of Health Sciences at the University of Southampton, UK (2012–17), where she is now Visiting Professor.Ann was awarded the Highly Commended book prize for the 4th edition of Research Methods in Health at the 2015 BMA Medical Book Awards.
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Should health services be privatized?
The privatization of health services is a complex and controversial issue. While some argue that privatization can lead to increased efficiency and innovation, others are concerned about the potential for profit-driven decision-making and unequal access to care. Ultimately, the decision to privatize health services should be carefully considered in the context of each specific healthcare system, taking into account the needs of the population, the potential impact on quality and accessibility of care, and the ability to regulate and monitor the private sector to ensure the best outcomes for patients.
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What is a holistic understanding of health?
A holistic understanding of health considers the interconnectedness of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. It recognizes that all aspects of a person's life and environment can impact their overall health. This approach emphasizes the importance of addressing the root causes of health issues rather than just treating symptoms. It also promotes balance, harmony, and integration of all aspects of a person's life to achieve optimal health and well-being.
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Does health insurance cover permanent makeup or similar services?
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After completing a distance learning course in health and social services, can one truly be considered a specialist in health and social services?
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Understanding Mental Distress : Knowledge, Practice and Neoliberal Reform in Community Mental Health Services
In this timely analysis, Rich Moth assesses mental health services in a period of major change. Based on extended fieldwork in community mental health services, he explores the many impacts of policy reform, marketisation and austerity on NHS mental health provision, and positions developments in the contexts of neoliberalism and an increased emphasis on individual responsibility.Firmly rooted in the lived experiences of people using mental health services and the everyday practices of social workers, nurses and psychiatrists, he develops a stimulating perspective on how mental distress is understood and responded to within these settings.
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A Mental Health Provider's Guide to Telehealth : Providing Outpatient Videoconferencing Services
This book works as a guide to videoconferencing practice for psychological providers through a broad, simplified, and practical overview of pertinent factors.It is a consolidation of research literature and professional experiences of practicing, teaching, and studying videoconferencing.It begins by defining key concepts such as telehealth, telepsychology, and other related terminology and examining the role of telehealth in addressing ongoing mental health disparities.An overview of existing videoconferencing practices, guidebooks and general recommendations, as well as specifics of ethical and legal factors are discussed.The book then details numerous essential factors of videoconferencing practice that are directly applicable to psychological care, including considerations of computer system, video camera, display screen, microphone, videoconferencing platform, bandwidth and latency, and room setup, along with self-care practices.The appendices provide readers with links to resources, checklists, and other documents to guide their practice.Psychologists, counselors, and other mental health providers will find this user-friendly, research-informed guide indispensable when implementing online treatment and teletherapy.
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Although primary advanced vitamin and mineral deficiencies are rare in the developed world, many common health conditions deplete nutritional status, including sub-optimal dietary intake, frequent alcohol consumption, changes in appetite due to aging, food allergies or sensitivities, special diets, and eating disorders.Covering topics as diverse as aging, the brain, eating habits, genetics, lifestyle, nutrients, and psychology, this book brings together two extremely complex aspects of life—human nutrition and mental health. Organized by mental health concern as well as nutrient group, Nutrition and Mental Health reviews the scientific literature from many fields of science: health, psychology, nutrition, mental well-being, and the interface with chronic disease.It provides a straightforward, readable report of broadly selected scientific research on how various nutrients affect mental health.Professional resources are provided in easy-to-access tables as well as suggested formats for assessing nutritional status and guidelines for interpretation.Chapter summaries, a descriptive table of contents, an index, and glossary assist the reader in finding specific topics of interest. A variety of mental health conditions may affect a person’s ability and interest in getting and eating a well-rounded selection of foods.An examination of the role diet plays in mental health, this book reviews the scientific literature from many fields of science: health, psychology, nutrition, mental well-being, and chronic disease management.
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How do doctors who work in public health services work?
Doctors who work in public health services typically focus on preventing and controlling diseases, promoting healthy behaviors, and addressing health disparities within the community. They may work in a variety of settings, such as local health departments, government agencies, non-profit organizations, or community health centers. Their work often involves conducting research, developing and implementing health policies, providing medical care and education to the public, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals and community leaders to improve overall population health. Additionally, they may be involved in emergency preparedness and response efforts, as well as advocating for public health initiatives at the local, state, and national levels.
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'Epilepsy or mental health?'
Epilepsy and mental health are two distinct conditions that can coexist in some individuals. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures, while mental health refers to a person's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It is important to recognize that having epilepsy does not necessarily mean a person also has mental health issues, and vice versa. However, some individuals with epilepsy may also experience mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, or cognitive difficulties, which should be addressed and managed by healthcare professionals.
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Is mental health irrelevant?
No, mental health is not irrelevant. Mental health is just as important as physical health and can have a significant impact on a person's overall well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act, and can influence how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Taking care of our mental health is essential for living a fulfilling and balanced life. It is important to prioritize mental health and seek support when needed.
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