Advancing Occupational Therapy In Mental

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 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.

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.

Introducing the Mental Health Context
What have we been "doing?" û An historical review of occupational therapy
The changing face of occupational therapy in mental health
Cultural Sensitivity in Context
Exploring Practice Contexts
Engaging the disengaged: Practising in acute inpatient settings
Broadening horizons: Beyond acute mental health
"Doing" in Secure Settings
Occupational, social and intrapersonal alienation explored in the Community
Strengths and challenges to practice: Reconciling occupational justice issues as a prerequisite to mental health recovery
The Art of Occupation
Vocational rehabilitation in the UK: How occupational therapy can contribute
Powerful Stories and Challenging Messages
Research and Future Directions
Reviewing consumer-run mental health services
Twists and Turns: The development of a clinical-academic career pathway
Researching within mental health: Slow and Steady û A Canadian tour
Future prospects for occupational therapy in mental health
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Advancing Occupational Therapy In Mental Health Practice

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