Items related to Mental Health Consultation in Nursing Homes (Clinical...
"The most complete book to date concerning the institutionalized care of the mentally ill elderly. A compassionate, comprehensive portrayal of the problems of caring for older persons by family members and nursing home staff. Essential reading for all those working with the elderly."
--Bertram J. Cohler, Committee on Human Development, University of Chicago
"The real strength of this book lies in its initial conceptualization of the nursing home as a community with a community's complexity of forces working both for and counter to the best interests of its members...contrasting the traditional view that the institution is the enemy of its residents."
--M. Powell Lawton, Director of Research, Philadelphia Geriatric Center
"This eminently readable book meets a long-standing need in the field of mental health, reflected in the fact that many nursing home residents suffer mental and emotional problems not infrequently the cause of their placement. Rooted solidly in theory, research, and clinical evidence, yet with a clear eye to practical applications, this excellent book will appeal to scholars, educators, students, administers, consultants, and practitioners."
--Barbara Silverstone, Executive Director, The Lighthouse
"This book come out at the right time in our return to a national discussion of the mental health needs of older adults. Scholarly in breadth and thoroughness, the authors draw on their wealth of practical experience to edify topics on the nursing home industry and its community of caregivers, families, and residents, and on strategies for mental health consultation, assessment, and intervention. It is thoughtfully written."
--Carrell Wendland, Ph.D., President Beverly Foundation
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author:
Michael Smyer is Professor of Human Devlopment at Pennsylvania State University. the author of numerous books, Dr. Smyer specializes in issues of aging and mental health.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherNYU Press
- Publication date1990
- ISBN 10 0814779115
- ISBN 13 9780814779118
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages300
- EditorSmyer Michael A., Brannon Diane, Cohn Margaret D.
(No Available Copies)
Search Books: Create a WantIf you know the book but cannot find it on AbeBooks, we can automatically search for it on your behalf as new inventory is added. If it is added to AbeBooks by one of our member booksellers, we will notify you!
Create a Want