Psychosocial Intervention in Long-term Care
Author | : Gary W. Hartz |
Publisher | : Psychology Press |
Total Pages | : 237 |
Release | : 1997 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780789001146 |
ISBN-13 | : 0789001144 |
Rating | : 4/5 (46 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Explains advanced techniques for assessing and intervening with psychosocial and behavioral problems in long-term care (LTC), for social workers, nurses, other professionals, and graduate students who are familiar with basics of assessment and intervention in LTC. Coverage includes the biopsychosocial model, various assessment instruments, counseling techniques, interventions for specific problems, and uses of psychiatric medications. Also discusses documentation, administrative and legal issues, and staff well-being. Paper edition, 0189-6, $22.95. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.