A Guide to Understanding the Psychiatric Hospital Experience
by Dennis C. Daley, Ph.D. and Bennett Leslie, M.S.W.
©
1992
Paperback 64 pages
ISBN:
1-55691-091-6
Price: $ 10.00
About the Book
When someone is admitted to a hospital, many feelings may be triggered. It raises concerns and questions among the patients and their families. They need answers, some of which can be easily overlooked. Recovery from Psychiatric Illness will help patients and their families understand what it is like to be admitted into a psychiatric hospital for care. This book will help them feel less anxious and confused and gain the most out of their treatment. They will be more aware of the role of the family and recognize the importance of follow-up care. And importantly, they will overcome misconception about psychiatric illness and its treatment.
Contents
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Understanding What It is Like to Come to a Psychiatric Hospital for Care
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Feeling Less Anxious and Confused
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Gaining the Most Out of the Treatment
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Recognizing the Importance of Follow-Up Care
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Overcoming Misconceptions About Psychiatric Illness and Treatment
Editorial Reviews
“A helpful guide for gaining some sense of cognitive mastery over the upsetting experience of a serious episode of mental illness and hospitalization. This should be required reading on psychiatric inpatient units.” –Carol Anderson, Ph.D., Professor of Psychiatry and Social Work; Clinician; Author; Researcher
“Being
in the hospital was scary at first. This book helped me get the most
out of my week in the hospital, and gave me hope about my future
recovery.” –Stephanie,
age 37, Depression
“This
book made me realize that while my doctor and counselors can help
me, I have to take a very active role in managing my psychiatric
illness.” –William, age
45, Bipolar disorder