Integrative Mental Health Care: An Introduction to Foundations and Methods

ISBN-10
1310952124
ISBN-13
9781310952128
Language
English
Published
2015

Description

Introducing a series of books on alternative and integrative treatments in mental health careLearn about evidence-based alternative treatments!Develop a plan for achieving optimal wellness!Use your energy, time and money more effectively!Integrative mental healthcare:is a person-centered approach that emphasizes maintaining optimal health and wellnesstakes into account the symptoms, preferences and circumstances of each unique personfocuses on treating symptoms not disordersuses conventional mainstream approaches like medications and psychotherapy, and complementary and alternative (CAM) therapies like herbal medicines and acupunctureuses the best available research evidence to develop an individualized treatment planIntegrative Mental Health Care: An Introduction to Foundations and Methods, will teach you about important concepts and methods used in integrative mental healthcare. The other books in the series cover alternative and integrative treatments of the following mental health problems:Alcohol and drug abuseAnxietyAttention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)Bipolar disorderDementia and mild cognitive impairmentDepressionInsomniaPost-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)SchizophreniaAll books are written in clear, jargon-free language and include extensive hyperlinks within the text, and links to valuable internet resources to ensure that you will get the maximum amount of practical information in the least amount of time.The books in this series will help you if you arestruggling with one or more mental health problems after trying different treatmentstaking a medication or supplement that isn't workingexperiencing side effects to a medication or natural supplementtaking a medication that is very expensive and looking for more affordable alternativesa mental health professional looking for a practical resource for advising patients interested in alternative and integrative approachesEach book on a particular mental health problem includes concise summaries of key information about a variety of non-medication alternatives you can use to treat your symptoms and achieve optimal wellness. Specifically, the books in this series cover uses of:herbals, vitamins, essential fatty acids, amino acids and other natural supplementswhole body approaches such as massage and exercisemeditation and mind-body practices such as yoga, tai chi and qigongscientifically validated energy therapies such as bright light, music and biofeedbacksubtle energy therapies such as healing touch, Reiki and energy psychologyInside the books on a particular mental health problem you can easily navigate to sections on:Understanding your mental health problemTaking inventory of your symptomsIdentifying treatments that make sense for youAlternative treatments of common mental health problemsDeveloping a customized treatment plan that is right for youEvaluating your treatment plan and making changes along the wayValuable internet resources on safety and for finding quality natural supplements

Get the book

Amazon.com
Amazon.com
Search the book
eBay.com
eBay.com
Search the book

Other editions