Advancing Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Practice

Elizabeth McKay (University of Limerick), Christine Craik (Brunel University), Kee Hean Lim (Brunel University) , Gabrielle Richards (South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust)

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Wiley-Blackwell
29 February 2008

Occupational therapy

Advancing Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Practice looks at the contribution that occupational therapists make to the lives of clients living with mental illness. It examines current practice developments and the innovative research that is shaping occupational therapy within the mental health arena, nationally and internationally.

The book employs a distinctive and engaging narrative approach, bringing to life key issues in practice and research. It introduces the reader to the mental health context, opening with a historical overview and then exploration of the current developments in occupational therapy before moving on to discuss the cultural context and the need for cultural sensitivity in practice. Service users and expert clinicians offer their narratives, through which the clinical utility and cultural appropriateness of existing occupational therapy concepts, assessments and outcome measures are discussed and the associated implications for practice highlighted.

Advancing Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Practice introduces and explores a variety of specialised work contexts from practicing in acute inpatient settings to crisis intervention, home treatment, forensic mental health settings and the specialist role of occupational therapy in community mental health and social services. Chapters are enriched with case stories, personal narratives and guided reflection.

By: Elizabeth McKay (University of Limerick), Christine Craik (Brunel University), Kee Hean Lim (Brunel University), Gabrielle Richards (South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust)
Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 245mm, Width: 173mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 445g
ISBN: 9781405158527
ISBN 10: 1405158522
Pages: 256
Publication Date: 29 February 2008
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dr Elizabeth McKay is Head of the Department of Occupational Therapy at the University of Limerick, Ireland. She has published previously on narratives and mental health practice. Christine Craikis Director of Occupational Therapy at Brunel University, UK. She has contributed extensively to mental health policy and to the evidence base. Kee Hean Lim is Lecturer in Occupational Therapy at Brunel University, UK, and Education Officer of the College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section: Mental Health. Gabrielle Richards is Professional Head of Occupational Therapy at the South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, UK, and past Chair of the College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section: Mental Health.