Working with Serious Mental Illness: A Patient-Centered Approach

By Catherine Gamble BA(Hons) RGN RMN RNT, Geoff Brennan BSc(Hons) RNMH RMN

When it comes to understanding mental illness, there’s no better evidence than the lived experiences of those affected. The third edition of Working with Serious Mental Illness takes a unique approach by combining research data with personal perspectives, providing practical advice for healthcare practitioners.

Practical Guidance for Nurses and Healthcare Practitioners

This book is specifically designed for nurses and healthcare practitioners working with patients diagnosed with severe depression, bi-polar disorder, psychosis, and other serious mental illnesses. It offers practical solutions for engaging with patients, their families, and carers, as well as developing and implementing effective interventions.

Lived Experience and Patient-Centered Care

This edition vividly presents the lived experiences of patients, incorporating their recommendations to ensure sustained success. By reflecting on patient relationships and incorporating patient-centered care, healthcare practitioners can provide better outcomes for their patients.

A User-Friendly Resource for Healthcare Professionals

This comprehensive guide is packed with practical tips and strategies, making it an ideal resource for:

• Healthcare practitioners working with patients with serious mental illness, their families, and carers
• Staff working in acute and community mental care settings without specialist training in serious mental health disorders
• Nursing students, mental health nurses, and general nurses working in mental health, primary care, and community settings

New and Revised Content

This third edition includes new chapters on:

• Parity of Esteem
• Working with the Principles of Trauma-Informed Care
• Looking After Ourselves

All content has been fully revised and updated to reflect changes in mental health service provision, ensuring that healthcare practitioners have access to the most up-to-date information and guidance.

This book features an all-new color design and format, making it easy to read and navigate.

Product Details:

• Publisher: Elsevier
• Edition: 3rd edition
• Language: English
• Pages: 296
• ISBN-10: 0702080330
• ISBN-13: 978-0702080333