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This Revised Edition of A Straightforward Guide to The Law and Practice of Mental Health in the United Kingdom is a comprehensive introductory text to the complex are of mental health and how it is dealt with in the UK. There are many differing diagnoses of mental health, ranging from the severe to mild disorders. The law that deals with this area and the organisations that cope with it are outlined sympathetically and clearly in this concise book updated to 2020.

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Publié par	Straightforward Publishing
Date de parution	25 juillet 2020
Nombre de lectures	0
EAN13	9781913776244
Langue	English

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A STRAIGHTFORWARD GUIDE TO
THE LAW AND PRACTICE OF MENTAL HEALTH IN THE UK
DAVID WADE
Straightforward Publishing www.straightforwardco.co.uk
Straightforward Guides
Straightforward Co Ltd 2020
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in a retrieval system or transmitted by any means, electronic or mechanical, photocopying or otherwise, without the prior permission of the copyright holders.
ISBN: 978-1-913342-45-6 ePUB ISBN: 978-1-913776-24-4 Kindle ISBN: 978-1-913776-14-5
Printed by 4Edge Ltd www.4edge.co.uk
Cover design by BW Studio Derby
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained within this book is correct at the time of going to press, the author and publisher can take no responsibility for the errors or omissions contained within.
Contents
Introduction
PART ONE-MENTAL ILLNESS AND THE RANGE OF ILLNESSES
Chapter 1. Mental Health and Mental illness Generally
Symptoms of mental illness
Causes
Risk factors
The impact of COVID 19
Chapter 2. Severe and Ongoing Mental Illness
1. Psychosis
The underlying cause of psychosis
The diagnosis of psychosis
Treatment for psychosis
Other complications
2. Schitzophrenia
What is schitzophrenia?
Symptoms
Cognitive symptoms
Schitzophrenia generally
Suicidal tendencies
Substance use disorders
Treatment of schitzophrenia
Anti-psychotic medications
Psychosocial treatments
Rehabilitation
Family education and support
Cognitive behavioural therapy
Self-help groups
3. Bi-Polar Disorder
Signs and symptoms of bi-polar disorder
Manic episodes
Hypomania
Depression
Signs and symptoms of a mixed episode
Different types of bi-polar disorder
Length and frequency of episodes
What causes bi-polar disorder?
Childhood bi-polar disorder
Treatment for bi-polar disorder
NICE guidance
Types of medication
Community Mental Health Teams
Psychotherapy
Care co-ordinators
Hospitalisation
4. Depression
Psychological symptoms of depression
Physical symptoms
Concentration and memory problems
Delusions and hallucinations
Suicidal impulses
Physical symptoms
Sleep problems
Mental and physical slowing
Loss of appetite
Reverse physical symptoms
Other physical symptoms
Sex
Causes of depression
Nerve cell releases
The role of hormones
Juvenile depression
Other types of depression
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
Post Traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Brain damage
Depressive personality
Anxiety disorder
Treating depression
Psychological therapy
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
Behaviour therapy
Psychoanalysis
Counselling
Mood stabiliser
Self-harming and suicide
Chapter 3. Generalised Anxiety Disorders and Personality Disorders
Generalised anxiety disorder
Phobias
Panic disorder
Agoraphobia
Social anxiety disorder (SAD)
Post-traumatic stress disorder
Obessive compulsive disorder
Causes of anxiety disorders
Diagnosis
Personality disorders
Treating a personality disorder
Medication
Chapter 4. Mental Health and Older People
Causes and risk factors for mental illness in older people
The NHS

PART TWO-ACCESSING TREATMENT

Chapter 5. Accessing Treatment-The NHS
Mental health services in England
Mental health care pathways
Accessing treatment
Child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS)
Specialist CAMS
CAMHS information for parents and carers

PART THREE-MENTAL HEALTH AND THE LAW

Chapter 6. The Mental Capacity Act 2005 (England and Wales) Mental Capacity Acts Scotland and Northern Ireland
How mental capacity is determined
Mental capacity and supporting decision making
Making best interests decisions for someone
Finding alternatives
Deprivation of liberty
Advance statements and decisions
Lasting powers of attorney
The Court of Protection
Professional s duties under the Act
Mental Capacity Act-Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000
The Mental Capacity Act (Northern Ireland) 2016
Chapter 7. The Respective Mental Health Acts England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
The Human Rights Act 1998
The Coronavirus Act 2020
The Mental Health Act 1983 as amended
Community Treatment Orders (CTO)
Detention of voluntary patients
Leave of absence
Section 12 approved doctors
The Mental Health Act Code of Practice
The role of hospital managers
Nearest relative
Powers of the courts to intervene
Police powers
Guardianship
Rights of appeal
After leaving hospital
The Care Quality Commission
Mental Health Law in Scotland
Mental health Law in Northern Ireland
Resource section-Useful Information
Index
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Introduction to this book
Mental Health is once again at the forefront of discussion and debate in the United Kingdom. One of the main focal points has been children (and young people generally) and mental health. This book, updated to 2020, has been updated to cover the impact of the Coronavirus and the Coronavirus Act 2020.
The Coronavirus and mental health issues
Issues of rising mental health across the population have emerged as a key problem following the onset of Covid 19 and the institution of lockdown. Reference is made in chapter 7 to the changes to the Mental health Act 1983 by the Coronavirus Act 2020.
According to The Mental Health Foundation, mental health problems affect 1 in 10 children and young people. This may have indeed increased due to the Coronavirus pandemic. However, 70% of those affected have not had early intervention to prevent the onset of mental illness. This can and does lead to distressing situations, both in a young life and also later in life for the child or young person and their families.
In addition to children and young people, mental illness affects many adults and doesn t seem to be getting any better, with strains of everyday life such as housing shortages, escalating rents and house prices, rising homelessness and levels of personal debt and everthing that flows from these factors having an adverse affect on peoples lives and their mental health. Correspondingly, to make things worse, in the face of the governments austerity drive, mental health services have been squeezed.
Therefore, it is more important than ever that individuals and their families can receive accurate and timely advice to prevernt their personal situation deteriorating. That is why this book has been written.
The book is divided into three parts-the first part highlights the range of different types of mental illnesses that can affect people, from the most severe through to a wide range of other disorders. The second part deals with accessing treatment through the National Health Service and what type of treatment is available, and the third and final part deals with the law and mental health. Because of the fact that the book deals with the United Kingdom as a whole, the law in Scotland and Northern Ireland, as well as the law in England and Wales is covered.
The useful resources section at the back of the book also details the numerous organisations that exist to help people cope with mental illness.
David Wade
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PART ONE
MENTAL ILLNESS AND THE RANGE OF ILLNESSES
Chapter 1
Mental Health and Mental Illness Generally
Mental Health and Mental Illness Generally
Mental health is defined as a state of well-being in which every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community. (World Health Organisation).
Mental illness refers to a wide range of mental health conditions -disorders that affect mood, thinking and behavior. Examples of mental illness, some of which are covered in more depth in this book, include depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, eating disorders and addictive behaviors.
It is a fact that many people have mental health concerns from time to time. Mental health concerns become a mental illness when ongoing signs and symptoms cause frequent stress and affect your ability to function. This is when you will, inevitably, need help and assistance to restore your equilibrium.
The Coronavirus has also had a significant impact on peoples health and wellbeing. The government has published important advice for those with mental health issues during the pandemic. This can be accessed through:
www.gov.uk/government/news/new-advice-to-support-mental-health-during-coronavirus-outbreak .
The Coronavirus Act 2020 has also necessitated changes to the Mental Health Act 1983, with the introductioin of the emergency period and these are discussed more fully in Chapter 7 .
Mental illness can upset lives and cause problems in a persons daily life, such as at school or work or in relationships. In most cases, symptoms can be managed with a combination of medications and talk therapy (psychotherapy).
Symptoms of mental illness
Signs and symptoms of mental illness can vary, depending on the disorder, circumstances and other factors. Mental illness symptoms affect emotions, thoughts and behaviors. Some examples of signs and symptoms include:

Feeling sad or down
Confused thinking or reduced ability to concentrate
Excessive fears or worries, or extreme feelings of guilt o Extreme mood changes of highs and lows
Significant tiredness, low energy or problems sleeping
Detachment from reality (delusions), paranoia or hallucinations
Trouble understanding and relating to situations and to people
Alcohol or drug abuse
Major changes in eating habits
Sex drive changes
Excessive anger, hostility or violence
Suicidal thinking
Causes
Mental illnesses, in general, are thought to be caused by a variety of genetic and environmental factors:
Inherited traits. Mental illness is more common in people whose blood relatives also have a mental illness. Certain genes may increase the risk of developing a mental illness, an