Making Decisions in Compulsory Mental Health Work: Boundaries, Frames and Perspectives

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Rebecca Fish (University of Central Lancashire) Neil Caton

Making Decisions in Compulsory Mental Health Work

Boundaries, Frames and Perspectives

Rebecca Fish (University of Central Lancashire), Neil Caton, Kevin Stone (The University of Warwick) , Gillian Robinson

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English

Policy Press
28 March 2023

Society & culture: general; Care of the mentally ill; Mental health services

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.

Relevant for all professionals making decisions under mental health legislation and those developing, teaching and supporting practitioners in the workplace, it includes:

• critical reflection techniques;

• ‘editors’ voice’ features at the start and close of each chapter, summarising key themes.

Contributions by: Rebecca Fish (University of Central Lancashire), Neil Caton, Kevin Stone (The University of Warwick), Gillian Robinson, Andy Brammer (Wakefield Council)
Imprint: Policy Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 244mm, Width: 170mm,
ISBN: 9781447362883
ISBN 10: 1447362888
Pages: 216
Publication Date: 28 March 2023
Audience: Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Undergraduate , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

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.

Reviews for Making Decisions in Compulsory Mental Health Work: Boundaries, Frames and Perspectives

"""This should be an essential text for all undergoing training as Approved Mental Health Professionals, as well as those interested in the role of the AMHP."" Steve Matthews (The Masked AMHP) ""An essential text for AMHPs and mental health professionals. It brings together a range of perspectives on the ethical, legal and practical aspects of MHA assessments and decision making."" Tim Spencer-Lane, Kingston University ""This is a valuable addition to the AMHP library, with a variety of perspectives exploring decision making and acknowledging the importance of critical reflection when searching for the least restrictive alternative."" Steve Chamberlain, Independent social worker"