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Now part of the popular LPN Threads series, the updated 3rd edition of this
textbook describes the essentials of mental health care spanning a wide variety
of clinical settings. This book is known for its solid coverage of the
foundations of mental health care, its emphasis on therapeutic care, and its
chapter-by-chapter coverage of specific psychological and psychosocial problems.
In addition to reinforcing the connection between mental health and the
prevention of mental illness, this practical resource helps nurses and other
health professionals care for clients who exhibit a wide range of maladaptive
human behaviors. It also focuses on applying concepts of holistic care while
helping clients develop more effective attitudes and behaviors. 496 pp.
Foundations of Mental Health Care, 3rd Edition - Table of Contents:
Unit 1. Mental Health: Past and Present
1. The History of Mental Health Care
2. Current Mental Health Care Systems
3. Ethical and Legal Issues
4. Sociocultural Issues
5. Theories and Therapies
6. Psychotherapeutic Drug Therapy
Unit 2. The Caregiver's Therapeutic Skills
7. Skills and Principles of Mental Health Care
8. Mental Health Assessment Skills
9. Therapeutic Communication
10. The Therapeutic Relationship
11. The Therapeutic Environment
Unit 3. Mental Health Problems Throughout the Life Cycle
12. Problems of Childhood
13. Problems of Adolescence
14. Problems of Adulthood
15. Problems of Late Adulthood
16. Cognitive Impairment, Alzheimer's, and Dementia
Foundations of Mental Health Care, 3rd Edition