Challenges & Choices

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Ebook in EPUB format. Available for immediate download after we receive your order

DRM:
Watermark

Publication Year:
2004

ISBN-13: 9780888688903

<p>Finding your way around the mental health system can be confusing, frustrating, scary -- and difficult. Written in easy-to-understand language, Challenges &amp; Choices gives practical information about mental health services in Ontario and how to find them. You could be looking for services for yourself or for a family member, partner or friend. Or you could be a health care provider who wants to help clients and families find out about different services and how to use them.</p>

<p>Inside you will find the following valuable information:</p>

<ul>

<li>a description of the most common types of mental health problems</li>

<li>tips that will help you find the services you need</li>

<li>contact information to research a specific problem or treatment in more detail</li>

<li>information about the services available -- from community support to hospital treatment</li>

<li>a description of a range of treatment options -- from natural healing to medication</li>

<li>the roles and functions of health care and social service providers such as doctors, psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses and social workers</li>

<li>a summary of mental health laws, so that you will know your rights and how to make the best use of the system.</li>

</ul>

<p>A health care provider may choose to use this book as a reference guide for clients or to have copies available in the waiting room. The size and format make it easy to photocopy sections for clients and their families.</p>