Mental Health Matters in Primary Care

"Mental Health Matters in Primary Care is a new book for primary health care practitioners. Research suggests that a variety of practitioners, especially nurses who work in primary health care settings, are in an ideal position to identify and help people who are experiencing mental health problems. Designed as a practical reference and working tool, the book provides primary health care professionals with a basic introduction to mental illness, before providing detailed information about the mental health problems that are most commonly encountered in practice. Case studies are used throughout to illustrate and develop key points."--BOOK JACKET.