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Highlights
- About the Author: Laura Duncan, Senior Lecturer and Mental Health Field Lead, University of Chester, and Primary Care Network Mental Health Lead, Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, UK.
- 208 Pages
- Medical, Nursing
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About the Book
"Mental Health Nursing is a rapidly changing and growing area of healthcare that can be challenging and dynamic to work within. This book aims to help Mental Health professionals consider their own skills, their development needs and wellbeing as well as exploring the latest clinical research within the field and what this means for the clients we care for and support. Through the use of discussion, vignettes and activity suggestions, this book aims to improve attitudes and understanding of healthcare professionals throughout their career from first embarking on a training course to being an experienced Mental Health Nurse.ãA ãA The majority of Mental Health Nursing books focus on clinical skills or are condition focussed. Many don't encompass the need to focus on the wellbeing of the Mental Health Professional within the same context. This text will provide a 360 view of what it means to be a Mental Health Nurse and how to be a resilient, positive and proactive professional. Ensuring our own wellbeing and resilience is crucial to providing excellent quality care and so within this book we will look at the key topics from all angles"--From the Back Cover
Comprehensive guide on what it means to be a mental health nurse, with up-to-date clinical perspectives and insightful case studies
Thriving in Mental Health Nursing delivers a 360-degree view of what it means to be a mental health nurse and how to be a resilient, positive, and proactive professional in the field. This book teaches readers to consider their own skills, development needs, and wellbeing while providing an overview of the latest clinical research within the field and what it means for their clients.
While most mental health nursing books focus on clinical skills and patient conditions, this book adopts a holistic approach to the profession by covering topics like managing personal trauma when providing trauma-focused care, understanding, avoiding, and overcoming burnout, and maintaining hope in a post-pandemic staffing crisis.
In-depth discussion, vignettes, relevant case studies, and activity suggestions support learning and engagement for healthcare professionals at every step of their careers, from first embarking on a training course to being an experienced mental health nurse. Special attention is paid to diversity and inclusivity themes including micro-aggressions, allyship, and more.
Other topics explored in Thriving in Mental Health Nursing include:
- Risk in the form of self-harm, suicide, violence, and aggression, with tips on how to take positive risks and manage risk safely when required
- Ethical issues in the field, including key perspectives on detaining individuals under the Mental Health Act (1983)
- Guidelines for identifying and addressing conflict, whether it arises between team members or from clients, including best practices for de-escalation
Thriving in Mental Health Nursing is an invaluable guide for all nurses in the field, from first-year nurses to the most experienced registered nurses, along with students seeking to understand the significant challenges and obstacles they may encounter.
About the Author
Laura Duncan, Senior Lecturer and Mental Health Field Lead, University of Chester, and Primary Care Network Mental Health Lead, Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, UK.