Violence in Mental Health Settings: Causes, Consequences, Management

by Richard Whittington

Book Overview

Despite improvements in service delivery, patient violence remains a major problem at mental health facilities. Focusing equally on causes, management, and prevention, this groundbreaking book thoroughly examines this crucial topic. The book reviews the latest theories of violence, proven prevention strategies, and examples of positive organizational change. The material is illustrated with graphs and clinical case examples, and coverage spans...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0387339647
• ISBN13: 9780387339641
• Release Date: November 2006
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 347 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.2" x 9.3"