Children Caring For Parents With Mental Illness

Author : Aldridge, Jo
Publisher : Policy Press
ISBN 13 : 186134399X
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Children Caring for Parents with Mental Illness written by Aldridge, Jo and published by Policy Press. This book was released on 2003-03-22 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Little is known about the experiences of children living in families affected by severe and enduring mental illness. Drawing on the experiences of 40 families, this text presents the perspectives of children (young carers), their parents and the key professionals in contact with them.

Author : Aldridge, Jo
Publisher : Policy Press
ISBN 13 : 1847425674
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.76/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Children caring for parents with mental illness written by Aldridge, Jo and published by Policy Press. This book was released on 2003-03-22 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Little is known about the experiences of children living in families affected by severe and enduring mental illness. This is the first in-depth study of children and young people caring for parents affected in this way. Drawing on primary research data collected from 40 families, the book presents the perspectives of children (young carers), their parents and the key professionals in contact with them. Children caring for parents with mental illness makes an invaluable contribution to the growing evidence base on parental mental illness and outcomes for children. It: · is the first research-based text to examine the experiences and needs of children caring for parents with severe mental illness; · provides the perspectives of children, parents and key professionals in contact with these families; · reviews existing medical, social, child protection and young carers literatures on parental mental illness and consequences for children; · provides a chronology and guide to relevant law and policy affecting young carers and parents with severe mental illness; · makes concrete recommendations and suggestions for improving policy and professional practice; · contributes to the growing evidence base on parental mental illness and outcomes for children and families.

Author : Jo Aldridge
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781447301776
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.73/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Children Caring for Parents with Mental Illness written by Jo Aldridge and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Little is known about the experiences of children living in families affected by severe and enduring mental illness. Drawing on the experiences of 40 families, this text presents the perspectives of chilldren (young carers), their parents and the key professionals in contact with them.

Author : Ellen B. Braaten
Publisher : American Psychological Association
ISBN 13 : 1433808994
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book How to Find Mental Health Care for Your Child written by Ellen B. Braaten and published by American Psychological Association. This book was released on 2010-09-15 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seasoned child psychologist and author Ellen B. Braaten offers clear and expert guidance to help anxious parents navigate the complexities of mental health care. Includes an overview of the issues involved in diagnosing and treating children; detailed information on common childhood disorders; and an in depth discussion of primary treatment approaches.

Author : Vicki Cowling
Publisher : Acer Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 244 pages
Book Rating : 4.03/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Children of Parents with Mental Illness written by Vicki Cowling and published by Acer Press. This book was released on 1999 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines the nature of a range of psychological disorders. Case studies are presented which analyses the parent's ability to still function in the role of care-giver, and the impact that the illness can have on children.

Author : Barbara Geller
Publisher : Guilford Press
ISBN 13 : 9781593852931
Total Pages : 342 pages
Book Rating : 4.32/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Bipolar Disorder in Childhood and Early Adolescence written by Barbara Geller and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2005-12-15 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume provides a state-of-the-science review of knowledge on bipolar disorder in children, covering all aspects of theory and research. Leading clinical researchers address such topics as epidemiology, diagnosis and assessment, comorbidity, and outcomes. Compelling findings are presented on the neurobiological and genetic bases of the disorder. Throughout, contributors identify promising directions for further investigation while weighing in on key methodological questions and areas of controversy.

Author : Vicki Cowling
Publisher : Aust Council for Ed Research
ISBN 13 : 0864314736
Total Pages : 265 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Children of Parents with Mental Illness 2 written by Vicki Cowling and published by Aust Council for Ed Research. This book was released on 2004 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains both personal narratives and chapters written by clinicians and practitioners. Issues covered include the genetics of mental illness; talking with children to allay anxiety and give age- appropriate information; assessment of children in crisis; the value of peer support activities; the needs of children placed in out-of-home care; cultural considerations in understanding mental illness; and how our mental health care can fail the children of parents with mental illness. [Back cover, ed].

Author : Andrea Berryman Childreth
Publisher : Spotlight Marketing
ISBN 13 : 9781733591904
Total Pages : 234 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book On the Edge written by Andrea Berryman Childreth and published by Spotlight Marketing. This book was released on 2019-02-22 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Book providing information, diagnoses, possible treatments and tips for youth mental illness.

Author : Elizabeth Prince Rice
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Children of Mentally Ill Parents written by Elizabeth Prince Rice and published by . This book was released on 1971 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Kim T. Mueser
Publisher : Guilford Press
ISBN 13 : 1606237802
Total Pages : 497 pages
Book Rating : 4.09/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Complete Family Guide to Schizophrenia written by Kim T. Mueser and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2006-05-26 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Will the person you love ever get better? Chances are you've grappled with the question. With care and support from their families, people with schizophrenia can and do make vast improvements. Noted therapists Kim Mueser and Susan Gingerich deepen your understanding of the illness and cover a wide range of effective treatments. Based on decades of research and experience, they offer pragmatic suggestions for dealing with depression, psychosis, and other symptoms. They show you how to prioritize needs, resolve everyday problems, and encourage your loved one to set life goals. Plus, individual sections highlight special issues for parents, children, siblings, and partners. Whether you’re facing schizophrenia for the first time or you’ve dealt with its impact for years, you’ll discover innovative ways to handle challenges that arise over the course of treatment, from reducing the chances of relapse to making friends and finding work. Recovery isn't an endpoint--it's a lifelong journey. With love, hope, and realistic optimism, striving for it can lead to a richer, more rewarding life for your entire family. Winner, NAMI/Ken Book Award