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by Rebecca Fish (Contribution by), Neil Caton (Contribution by), Kevin Stone (Contribution by)
Designed to support training and CPD in compulsory mental health work, this book looks at assessment, detention, compulsion and coercion in a variety of mental health settings. It focuses on decision making in a variety of professional roles with people from a diversity of backgrounds including contributions from people with lived experience of mental health services. With emphasis on theory into practice, the book is essential reading for those looking to develop their reflexive and critical analytical skills. Essential reading for all professionals making decisions under mental health legislation and those developing, teaching and supporting practitioners in the workplace, it includes: - critical reflection techniques; - introductory and concluding chapters, summarising the key themes and outlining the future.
Author Biography
Jill Hemmington is Senior Lecturer and Course Leader for the University of Central Lancashire AMHP programme and AMHP CPD. Sarah Vicary is Professor of Social Work and Mental Health, The Open University.
