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Psychology of Gang Involvement expands existing knowledge by applying psychological knowledge to gangs, including how gang members think, their mental and emotional well-being, and their perceptions of gang involvement, as well as issues relating to gang prevention and intervention strategies.This book offers readers a clearer understanding of the important role that social psychological processes play in the formation and maintenance of gangs and gang membership. It will enhance readers' understanding of gang members' social cognition, emotional intelligence, well-being, and mental health, as well as how these factors potentially promote and sustain individual gang involvement. Readers will discover also how these important psychological characteristics vary according to an individual's commitment to a gang. Organized in three sections, the first focuses on issues relevant to theoretical perspectives of gang involvement. Chapters include detailed examinations of a gang member's experiences and the implications of these for theoretical development, and considerations of the importance of social and psychological issues such as group processes and levels of commitment to gang membership to, understand and explain involvement in gangs. The second section centers on issues such as adverse childhood experiences and trauma, and examines their links to male and female gang membership as potential risk factors and outcomes of gang involvement. The section concludes by contemplating how the mental health, traumatic experiences, and involvement in violence compares between gang members and other violent men in adulthood. The final section considers current responses to gang membership by evaluating individual and group-based approaches to gang prevention and intervention strategies, and concludes with a theoretical conceptualization of how a strengths-based approach could work to reduce gang involvement.This book will be a useful text for a wide range of readers interested in, or working with gang members, including academics and students, practitioners, youth workers, clinicians, and criminal justice agents.

Psychology of Gangs expands existing knowledge by applying psychological knowledge to gangs, including how gang members think, their mental and emotional wellbeing, and their perceptions of gang involvement, as well as issues relating to gang prevention and intervention strategies.

This book examines the impact of austerity on healthcare delivery in English prisons. It argues that austerity has been a political experiment that has caused debt to balloon, eroded the prison health system and perpetuated a cycle of punishment, resulting in sicker prisoners and violating prisoners' human rights.

This timely analysis sets out the full impacts of policy reform, austerity and marketisation on our country's mental health services. Rooted in the experiences of service users and providers, it provides valuable perspectives on our evolving practical and organisational responses to mental distress.

This book highlights the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health needs of children and adolescents in order to shed light on future practice and reform needed to better deal with the aftermath of such devastating events.The book identifies the conditions during any public health crisis that heighten the mental health needs of children and adolescents and suggests the reforms of mental health services needed to better meet the needs of children and youths during and following pandemics and other public health crises. Importance is placed not only on addressing the effects of COVID-19 but on anticipating and preparing for other public health disruptions to the lives of those who have not reached adulthood. Although mental health services in all settings are considered, special attention is given to the role of schools in providing for the mental health of children and adolescents and preparing for the mental health implications of future public health disruptions.The book will be of equal use to both students and researchers in the fields of mental health, well-being, and education as well as teachers, educational psychologists, social workers, and practitioners working in schools and communities to address students' mental health needs. It will help readers better understand how and why COVID-19 was a negative influence on students' mental health, and unpack how best to deal with the aftermath of the pandemic.

This book highlights the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health needs of children and adolescents in order to shed light on future practice and reform needed to better deal with the aftermath of such devastating events.

This book is an in-depth, evidence-based guide to interviewing suspects with specific vulnerabilities.

This book is an in-depth, evidence-based guide to interviewing suspects with specific vulnerabilities. It provides an overview of current research, practices, and legal considerations for interviewing vulnerable suspects, incorporating guidelines regarding the identification of vulnerabilities, engaging with third parties in the interview, and training and supervision. It then goes on to cover specific vulnerabilities typically encountered in suspect populations, providing clear summaries of current research, case studies, and practical guidance for conducting interviews with these populations to facilitate best practice in interviewing. Expertise is drawn from both law enforcement practice and academic research to ensure an evidence-based approach that is relevant for contemporary practice.¿¿Interviewing Vulnerable Suspects offers the international policing audience a practical guide to interviewing vulnerable suspects for both uniform police and detectives. It is relevant for statutory bodies involved in investigations of misconduct; legal practitioners and forensic psychologists; practitioners in counselling, social work, and psychology; and students in policing, criminology, and forensic psychology programs.¿

Managing the Depression Puzzle provides a comprehensive look at how to manage depression. The goal is to provide a wide range of pieces that might fit in your own unique depression puzzle, so you can pick and choose what does fit for you. No one strategy (or set of strategies) is going to work for every individual, but having information about what the options are will put you in a better position to make choices about your mental health.The book begins with an overview of depressive illnesses and subtypes. Strategies for dealing with depression are broken down into illness treatments and wellness promotion strategies. Illness treatment strategies like medication, ECT, and therapy, lift you from sick to less sick. Wellness promotion strategies, including mindfulness and self-care, help boost you up from less sick to well. Finally, the book looks at common issues faced by anyone living with a chronic mental illness.Managing the Depression Puzzle draws on the author's education and experience as a former mental health nurse and pharmacist, as well as personal experience living with treatment-resistant major depressive disorder. The approach is pragmatic, candid, and realistic, with the recognition that depression doesn't happen just one way; it is as unique as you are.

Major Depression affects over 30 Million people in the United States, yet only a fraction of those seek help. Social stigma, and fear of being judged and ostracized, convinces many individuals suffering from depression that they should hide their disease. All too often these individuals hide from the very people who can help them. Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the US. Every year over 44,000 individual in the US take their own life. It doesn't have to be that way. This guide is about Major Depressive Disorder, and it is written by a depressive, for other depressives. Told in easy to understand language, the guide covers: Understanding Depression, Where Depression comes from, the Biological Model, Low Self-Esteem, Suicidal Thoughts, Alcohol and Drug Addiction, Weather, Differences between Men and Women, Religion on Depression, A chapter for Family Members, and What to do if you suffer from Depression. Depression can be a lonely secret. This guide is an open and honest discussion on Depression and what to do about it.

Peter Cohen was a bright and ambitious young man of fifteen until he was induced into the horrors of schizophrenia after the brutal assault by a psychiatrist. It completely altered his life. With great effort and discipline, he was able to survive and grow despite his illness. He became a paramedical doctor and was able to eventually create a loving and rich life for himself and his wife. The Brain In Pain is Peter's story. It is filled with tragedy and triumphs of dealing with his mental illness, warmth and love of his friendship and loves and his passion for science and health. It is the unlikely success story of a man who overcame enormous odds in a society that ostracized the mentally ill. Peter is happily married and lives in downtown Toronto with his wife. He continues to be keenly interested in sports and relaxation to help others feel better and continually improve his sense of courage. He shows you how to increase your own self-esteem and sense of courage without risking yourself or hurting yourself. He also give numerous health and psychological well-being tips. Peter Cohen grew up in Toronto and had a tragically unhappy upbringing, developing schizophrenia as a teen-ager. Despite the difficulties of entering young adulthood with his disease Peter studied premed and psychology at university and began down a path toward nursing. Struggling with a learning disability that was misunderstood and incorrectly diagnosed, Peter persevered and earned his PhD in health science. This book will interest anyone interested in reading about adventure and triumph or who has struggled with adversity and made something of himself.

Psychological trauma in childhood or adult life affects most clients of therapists, counselors and social workers. This book is a guide to allow mental health professionals to teach their clients to take charge of their recovery from psychological trauma, and complements interventions by mental health professionals.

Who Are You? equips adolescents with the essential tools to foster self-awareness, cultivate positive relationships, and build a strong character foundation. Whether dealing with trust issues, understanding the importance of respect, or embracing community service, this guide provides a detailed roadmap for personal growth and social responsibility.The book's engaging activities encourage readers to explore their innermost thoughts and feelings, helping them to identify and address their emotional and social challenges. By fostering self-reflection and critical thinking, Who Are You? empowers adolescents to make informed decisions and set meaningful goals for their future.Each chapter is dedicated to a specific value, offering practical exercises that reinforce these principles. Readers will learn how to navigate trust issues with friends and family, understand the significance of respect in their interactions, and take responsibility for their actions. The book also emphasizes fairness in everyday situations, the importance of caring for others, and the impact of active citizenship in their communities.Perfect for teenagers and pre teens alike seeking to enhance their self-worth, establish meaningful goals, and develop a resilient character, Who Are You? is a must for any young person striving to navigate the complexities of adolescence with confidence and purpose.Empower the young person in your life to face the challenges of growing up with a strong sense of self and a clear vision for their future.

Applying Person-centred Care in Mental Health focuses on the environment of inpatient mental health units. Here, a patient's actions are often understood through reference to their illness; if they disagree with staff they lack insight or are aggressive, if they seek independence they are uncooperative and non-compliant, if they wish to be alone they are seen as withdrawn. Imagine being this patient, faced with situations where you are told your reality is not right, that you are a different person to who you think you are and that you have a mental disorder and need treatment, even though you do not think so. Imagine the impact this clash of values could have on you, where your values are routinely undermined, ignored, or subsumed within a medical paradigm. This contemporary and unique guide will be valuable for all staff working with people with a mental illness. Its focus is on inpatient units, however it also applies to staff working in the community. The guide provides a broad understanding of values-based practice and how to work with people's values from a person-centred perspective. Developed by K.W.M. Fulford, values-based practice ensures that the person, as a patient, has their perspective acknowledged and considered in any decisions or actions taken. This book utilises a 10 principle decision-making framework to guide and enable clinicians to reflect on their engagement and clinical decisions. Using exercises and practice scenarios, values used in clinical practice, how they present in different situations and how they influence decision making are examined. It will assist you to critique and monitor your practice in order to maintain best care according to the patient's perspective.

Introducing 30 Day Mental Health Boot Camp - a transformative guide designed to empower you on your journey to improved mental health and well-being. This groundbreaking book takes a unique and comprehensive approach, offering a 30 day boot camp style program that will challenge and inspire you to unlock your true potential. Each day, you will delve into a new and vital topic, carefully curated to address various aspects of your mental health, from the cognitive process to fears, identity, and forgiveness, this book covers a wide range of essential subjects that are crucial for cultivating a healthy mind. With each passing day, you will feel yourself growing stronger, more resilient, and equipped with the tools to navigate life's challenges with grace and confidence. This book is a roadmap to inner strength, offering practical guidance, thought-provoking exercises, and a supportive framework for personal growth. Embark on this life-changing journey and unlock the keys to a happier, healthier, more resilient you!

Stop anxiety and panic attacks NOW. You can do it. I did. This book is written by, T.L. Campbell, M.S.N., R.N. and he will help you to not only stop your anxiety disorder, but to completely cure them. Almost everyone with an anxiety disorder or who suffers from panic attacks are told to "just deal with it." They have no idea what they are saying. They haven't experienced it like you and I have. Many people are prescribed medications to "calm them", but medication causes addiction, reliance, and side effects which are not optimal to recovery. Some people are referred to counselors and psychologists, and that approach doesn't always work. Anxiety and panic attacks require a unique approach. Left untreated, anxiety will grow into a beast that is nearly uncontrollable. Once it has us completely in its grasp, it will seek to destroy us. This book is based on science and fact. A nurse is bound by law, integrity, and an oath to do no harm. Therefore, only the most factual and effective information is included in this book and its companion 30-day workbook. It is designed to STOP the attacks. They have been tested on thousands of people just like you, and the author who suffered from anxiety disorder for 10 very long years. The goal of this book is both unique and simple: -First, you'll understand what anxiety really is and how it affects our bodies. Without this knowledge you won't know how to fight it and win. -You'll learn how to put time-tested techniques to work for you and turn off the anxiety at the root source. This book doesn't only address the signs and symptoms, it addresses and defeats the cause of the disorder. This book makes understanding and curing anxiety and panic attacks simple by removing all the extra mumbo-jumbo that other books include for word count. Yes, you can beat anxiety! Yes, you can do away with panic attacks. Yes, you will understand, and learn, and fight away the crippling hold this disorder has on you. By purchasing this book right now you are taking you first committed step into getting your life back. Best used with the 30 Day Workbook and Therapeutic Journal also available on Amazon.com

Bagsidetekst:Denne bog er blevet til, fordi jeg syntes, der manglede en bog om, hvordan det er at være forældre til et barn, der er ramt af anoreksi, og hvordan mødet med det offentlige behandlingssystem opleves. Denne bog er først og fremmest skrevet for at give de pårørende en stemme. Da min egen datter blev indlagt, kunne jeg godt have brugt sådan en bog til at spejle mig i. Bl.a. den altopslugende følelse af afmagt. I første omgang overfor anoreksiens væsen. Senere afmagten overfor behandlingen og et system, hvor vi ikke følte os set eller hørt. Denne bog indeholder historier fra de pårørende, indlæg fra fagpersoner og forskellige artikler, som tilsammen tegner et billede af, hvad anoreksi er for en tilstand, hvordan familien påvirkes, og hvordan behandlingen i børne- & ungdomspsykiatrien ser ud i dag.

Bachelorarbeit aus dem Jahr 2011 im Fachbereich Gesundheit - Sonstiges, Note: 1,3, Hochschule Neubrandenburg, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: In der heutigen Zeit fordern die sich verändernden Rahmenbedingungen vom einzelnen Arbeitnehmer mehr Flexibilität, mehr Qualität und permanente Lernbereitschaft. Um als Unternehmer die wirtschaftlichen Herausforderungen von heute und morgen gewinnbringend bewältigen zu können, sind motivierte, gut qualifizierte und vor allem gesunde Arbeitnehmer der Schlüssel zum Erfolg. In unserer Gesellschaft nimmt die Gesundheit einen bedeutenden Stellenwert ein. Bereits im Kindesalter wird von den Eltern darauf geachtet, den Weg zu einer gesunden Lebensweise zu ebenen und dabei nur die beste Kita auszuwählen, um die altersgerechte Entwicklung durch pädagogische Fachkräfte zu ermöglichen. Hierbei dreht sich alles um das Wohl des Kindes. Aber wie sieht es mit den Erzieherinnen aus? Orientieren sich die dortigen Gegebenheiten an das Wohlbefinden der Mitarbeiter oder steht der gesundheitliche Aspekt eher im Hintergrund?Heutzutage sind die zunehmenden Klagen über belastende Arbeitsbedingungen von Seiten der Erzieher/-innen nicht mehr zu überhören. Es setzt sich die Frage durch: ¿Macht Erziehen krank?¿ Um dieser Problemstellung nachzugehen, wird im Rahmen einer Bachelorarbeit im Studiengang Gesundheitswissenschaften anhand einer Kindertagesstätte im Raum Mecklenburg Vorpommern diesbezüglich untersucht. Hierbei liegt der Schwerpunkt in der Auswertung einer Mitarbeiterbefragung, die den derzeitigen Gesundheitszustand, die physischen und psychischen Belastungen sowie die Ressourcen des pädagogischen Personals aufzeigen soll. Einleitend erfolgt zunächst ein theoretischer Teil, der sich mit den Grundlagen zur Betrieblichen Gesundheitsförderung beschäftigt. Anschließend wird sowohl auf das Berufsbild der Erzieher/innen als auch auf die allgemeinen Belastungsfaktoren näher eingegangen. Im Hauptteil liegt der Fokus auf der empirischen Studie der ausgewählten Einrichtung, die mittels eines Fragebogens und einem Interview mit der Kita-Leitung zu gesundheitlichen Gegebenheiten geprüft wird. Neben den betrieblichen Rahmendaten wird die Mitarbeiterbefragung ausgewertet, grafisch dargestellt und potentielle Interventionsmaßnahmen vorgeschlagen. In einem kurzen Resümee werden abschließend die gesundheitliche Situation und der Zusammenhang zwischen dem Wohlbefinden der Mitarbeiter und der Qualität der zu leistenden Arbeit nochmals aufgezeigt und bewertet.

Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2018 im Fachbereich VWL - Gesundheitsökonomie, Note: 1,0, Hochschule Fresenius; Köln, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Im Rahmen dieser Arbeit wird fokussiert analysiert, ob Präventions- und Gesundheitsförderungsprogrammen neben vielen Vorteilen für Mitarbeitende auch zur Kostenreduktion im Unternehmen führen und demnach einen gesundheitsökonomischen Beitrag leisten. Heutzutage verfolgt nahezu jeder Mensch das Ziel, möglichst viele Jahre seine möglichst langen Lebens in Gesundheit und ohne krankheitsbedingte Einschränkungen zu verbringen. Gesunde Mitarbeiterinnen und Mitarbeiter stellen auch für das Unternehmen, in dem sie angestellt sind, einen Mehrwert dar, indem beispielsweise Krankheitsausfälle und frühzeitige Renteneintritte vermindert auftreten. Daher versuchen Betriebe häufig, durch Präventions- und Gesundheitsförderungsprogramme zur Gesunderhaltung ihrer Belegschaft beizutragen.

Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2017 im Fachbereich Psychologie - Klinische u. Gesundheitspsychologie, Psychopathologie, Note: 1,1, BSA-Akademie Saarbrücken (Standort Leipzig BSA), Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Acht von zehn Menschen empfinden ihr Leben als stressig. Jeder Dritte steht unter Dauerdruck. Bereits jeder Fünfte leidet unter gesundheitlichen Folgen des Dauerstresses.Gegen Stress hilft unter anderem Entspannungstraining: Entspannen ist Entstressen. Indem der Anwender eines Entspannungsprogrammes lernt, seinem Alltagsanspruch mit Leistungsdruck, Mehrfachbelastung und entsprechenden physischen und psychischen Folgen zu begegnen, bleibt er gesund, dauerhaft leistungsfähig und ausgeglichen. Es gibt verschiedene Wege und Formen, um Entspannung zu erreichen.Einer davon ist Gesundheitstraining. Gesundheitstraining wechselt nach dem Grundmuster unseres Biorhythmus zwischen Aktivierung (Leistungsbereitschaft) und Erholung (Wiederherstellung) in ausgewogenem Maß. Ein guter Lehrer für Prävention und Gesundheitsförderung beherrscht beide Komponenten und begeistert Menschen für den unbezahlbaren Wert ihres Lebens. Entspannungstraining hält die Balance im Anspruch unseres Alltages für nachhaltige Gesundheit.Daher wird hier das Entspannungstraining "Relax yourself" mit seinen theoretischen Hintergründen vorgestellt. Es handelt es sich um acht Übungseinheiten à je eine Stunde. Der Kurs richtet sich an eine breite Zielgruppe: zum Einen sind dies Frauen in der zweiten Erwerbshälfte - sie sind von mehreren Alltagsansprüchen gefordert. Beruf, Familienmanagement und körperliche Umstellung durch sich verändernde Hormonlage begründen ein großes Bedürfnis nach Entspannung. Oft ist das im häuslichen Umfeld schwer zu realisieren und "ein Termin für sich selbst" in einem Entspannungskurs schafft gezielte Abhilfe. Desweiteren richtet sich das Programm an Männer in der zweiten Erwerbshälfte mit Interesse für Entspannungsmethoden über Körperarbeit. Ebenso dürfen sich Verantwortungsträger im beruflichen Hochleistungsalltag, Vorruheständler und Rentner mit Interesse an Präventionsmassnahmen, sozialen kontakten und Neugier auf Unbekanntes sowie Menschen nach abgeklärten gesundheitlichen Problemen mit Prophylaxezielen angesprochen fühlen.

Mental Health Approaches to Intellectual/Developmental Disability: A Resource for Trainers is a landmark contribution to the field of support for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) and mental health concerns. This book can be used by a myriad of different professionals and care providers for a variety of different purposes. It may be used: (a) to train others for professional development (train-the-trainer model), (b) as a resource guide for individual study, or (c) as a reference guide. Proper support of mental wellness among persons with IDD requires a significant body of information and knowledge, and the authors of this book are happy to offer it as a means for educating professionals and care providers. The overall mission of this book is to provide an overview of mental health assessment, treatment, and supports for persons with IDD over the lifespan. The book is arranged in modules, allowing reader or trainer to select those topics that are of interest. This book is designed to be used with a wide range of audiences -- from direct support workers to professionals from various disciplines.

"A rigorous, in-depth guide to the history, philosophy, and scientific exploration of this widespread emotional state . . . [LeDoux] offers a magisterial review of the role of mind and brain in the generation of unconscious defense responses and consciously expressed anxiety. . . . [His] charming personal asides give an impression of having a conversation with a world expert." -Nature A comprehensive and accessible exploration of anxiety, from a leading neuroscientist and the author of Synaptic Self Collectively, anxiety disorders are our most prevalent psychiatric problem, affecting about forty million adults in the United States. In Anxious, Joseph LeDoux, whose NYU lab has been at the forefront of research efforts to understand and treat fear and anxiety, explains the range of these disorders, their origins, and discoveries that can restore sufferers to normalcy. LeDoux's groundbreaking premise is that we've been thinking about fear and anxiety in the wrong way. These are not innate states waiting to be unleashed from the brain, but experiences that we assemble cognitively. Treatment of these problems must address both their conscious manifestations and underlying non-conscious processes. While knowledge about how the brain works will help us discover new drugs, LeDoux argues that the greatest breakthroughs may come from using brain research to help reshape psychotherapy. A major work on one of our most pressing mental health issues, Anxious explains the science behind fear and anxiety disorders. Praise for Anxious:"[Anxious] helps to explain and prevent the kinds of debilitating anxieties all of us face in this increasingly stressful world." -Daniel J. Levitin, author of The Organized Mind and This Is Your Brain on Music "A careful tour through the current neuroscience of fear and anxiety . . . [Anxious] will reward the informed reader." -The Wall Street Journal "An extraordinarily ambitious, provocative, challenging, and important book. Drawing on the latest research in neuroscience (including work in his own laboratory), LeDoux provides explanations of the origins, nature, and impact of fear and anxiety disorders." -Psychology Today