Reflections on Community Psychiatric Nursing provides new insights into many aspects of the CPN's work. Written by a practising CPN, this is a lively and easy-to-read introduction to the key debates in community mental health, covering issues including:
* professional identity
* the community and the role of the nurse
* teaching, assessment and clinical supervision
* good practice and the concept of risk
* mental health promotion
* user involvement
* treatment, from medication to psychosocial interventions.
This text is essential reading for students and...