Medical and Psychiatric Issues for Counsellors (Professional Skills for Counsellors Series)

Praise for the First Edition: Àn interesting overview of medical and psychiatric issues that may arise for counsellors.. readable, lucid and free of jargon' - British Journal of Guidance and Counselling. Medical or psychiatric issues frequently arise during counselling and counsellors and mental health workers need to equip themselves with the knowledge and skills to respond appropriately. Medical and Psychiatric Issues for Counsellors, Second Edition is the perfect guide to this challenging area of practice. It provides a clear introduction to: the nature of mental illness, the relationship. Read more... Praise for the First Edition: 'An interesting overview of medical and psychiatric issues that may arise for counsellors... readable, lucid and free of jargon. The issues addressed include referral and assessment, ongoing counselling and supervision, medical conditions and their treatment, psychiatric conditions and their treatment, and ethical and legal issues... it raises awareness of some important issues to consider when working with clients with medical and psychiatric conditions′ - British Journal of Guidance and Counselling Medical or psychiatric issues frequently arise during counselling and counsellors need to equip themselves with the knowledge and skills to respond appropriately. Medical and Psychiatric Issues for Counsellors, Second Edition is the perfect guide to this challenging area of practice. It provides a clear introduction to: " the nature of mental illness, " the relationship between mental and physical health and " the role of counselling in relation to both. Highly practical and right up-to-date, this Second Edition examines how to manage medical or psychiatric issues as they emerge, whether during assessment or at a later stage in the counselling process. Guidance is given on: " how to recognise serious mental health problems " the effects of psychiatric drugs " assessement and referral to other services, and " legal and ethical issues. The Second Edition covers changes in the context of counselling practice - particularly in health care settings - such as the use of tools to measure outcomes, evidence-based practice and clinical governance. The common principles of care and working with other professionals are also explored. This Second Edition is essential reading both for counsellors in health care settings and those practising in more general contexts. It is also suitable for all mental health workers needing a clear, practical introduction to working with clients. Brian Daines is an independent practitioner, Clinical Tutor in Psychosexual Medicine at University of Sheffield and a college counsellor. Linda Gask is Professor of Primary Care Psychiatry at University of Manchester and Honorary Consultant Psychiatrist in Salford. Amanda Howe is Professor of Primary Care at the Institute of Health, University of East Anglia.

Counselors often encounter situations where clients' medical or psychiatric conditions—and their treatment—affect the assessment of, or work with, clients. This Second Edition of Medical and Psychiatric Issues for Counsellors offers a comprehensive overview highlighting key concerns and offering practical advice for judging when a situation may be beyond the counselor’s skills. The original text has been completely updated and restructured to ensure material is presented in the most user-friendly format, and three brand new chapters have been added: a new introductory chapter which provides a contextual framework for the reader; a chapter on the common principles of care and working with others; and a new concluding chapter

Praise for the First Edition: `An interesting overview of medical and psychiatric issues that may arise for counsellors. readable, lucid and free of jargon' - British Journal of Guidance and Counselling. Medical or psychiatric issues frequently arise during counselling and counsellors and mental health workers need to equip themselves with the knowledge and skills to respond appropriately. Medical and Psychiatric Issues for Counsellors, Second Edition is the perfect guide to this challenging area of practice. It provides a clear introduction to: the nature of mental illness, the relationship Cover Contents List of figure and tables Notes on authors Acknowledgements 1 A Contextual Framework 2 Common Principles of Care and Working with Others 3 Issues at the Beginning of Counselling 4 Issues in Established Counselling and in Supervision 5 Taking Account of Medical Conditions and Their Treatment 6 Taking Account of Psychiatric Conditions and Their Treatment 7 Safety and Safeguards 8 Conclusion Appendix 1 Suggested Reading Appendix 2 Glossary Appendix 3 Useful Organisations and Internet Addresses References Index "Counselors often encounter situations where clients' medical or psychiatric conditions - and their treatment - affect the assessment of, or work with, clients. This Second Edition of Medical and Psychiatric Issues for Counsellors offers a comprehensive overview highlighting key concerns and offering practical advice for judging when a situation may be beyond the counselor's skills."--Publisher's website With 'Medical and Psychiatric Issues for Counsellors', the authors provide a comprehensive overview of the key areas where clients' medical or psychiatric conditions - and treatment - impinge on assessment and ongoing work