Frightened, Disturbed, Dangerous? Why Working With Patients in Psychiatric Care Can Be Really Difficult, and What to Do About It

Bo Hejlskov Elvén, Sophie Abild

Paperback (19 Jan 2017)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Patients in psychiatric care can behave in ways that can be alarming for staff, and difficult to respond to. The authors of this practical and imaginative book explain why patients may behave in these ways, and offer a toolkit of ways to respond effectively and kindly. With many everyday examples of how to keep the space positive and safe, and patients calm, this book could transform your working life.

About the Publisher

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Jessica Kingsley Publishers is a wholly independent company, committed to publishing books that make a difference. The company was founded in 1987 by Jessica Kingsley and has grown since then to the point where we now publish over 200 books a year, which are available throughout the world. In 2004 we opened our US office, in Philadelphia. We publish books for professional and general readers in a range of subjects. We are well known for our long established lists on the autism spectrum, on social work, and on the arts therapies. More recently we have published extensively in the fields of mental health, counselling, palliative care, and practical theology.

Book information

ISBN:	9781785922145
Publisher:	Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Imprint:	Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Pub date:	19 Jan 2017
DEWEY:	616.89142
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	112
Weight:	164g
Height:	142mm
Width:	215mm
Spine width:	18mm