3 Organisation of mental health services
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Deirdre Heenan
Abstract
This chapter looks at the delivery of mental health services in the UK, noting the crisis in provision. It outlines the role of the state in delivering care, including child and adolescent mental health services and services for adults of all ages. The call for a ‘no wrong door’ approach to accessing mental health services is covered. It then describes the role of the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector as a crucial partner for delivery of mental health services in the community. The barriers that exist around commissioning, funding and retaining staff in this sector are discussed.
Abstract
This chapter looks at the delivery of mental health services in the UK, noting the crisis in provision. It outlines the role of the state in delivering care, including child and adolescent mental health services and services for adults of all ages. The call for a ‘no wrong door’ approach to accessing mental health services is covered. It then describes the role of the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector as a crucial partner for delivery of mental health services in the community. The barriers that exist around commissioning, funding and retaining staff in this sector are discussed.
Chapters in this book
- Front Matter i
- Contents iii
- List of figures, tables and boxes vi
- Introduction: Why mental health matters 1
- Mental health and mental illness 9
- Development of policy 43
- Organisation of mental health services 65
- The rise of the service user movement and the concept of recovery 93
- Social determinants of mental health 127
- Stigma 151
- The media and mental health 179
- Conclusion 199
- Glossary 209
- References 211
- Index 253
Chapters in this book
- Front Matter i
- Contents iii
- List of figures, tables and boxes vi
- Introduction: Why mental health matters 1
- Mental health and mental illness 9
- Development of policy 43
- Organisation of mental health services 65
- The rise of the service user movement and the concept of recovery 93
- Social determinants of mental health 127
- Stigma 151
- The media and mental health 179
- Conclusion 199
- Glossary 209
- References 211
- Index 253
