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Learning disabilities and mental health: a nursing perspective provides an evidence-based perspective on care of individuals with learning disabilities and mental health problems.

Around 30% to 40% of people with learning disabilities will experience mental health disorders during their lives. Many learning disability nurses and a significant number of mental health nurses are in daily contact with this group, and their complex needs are not often well understood.

Examines current theory and practice in supporting people with learning disabilities and additional mental health needs Evaluates the learning disability nursing contribution to care Identifies the key knowledge and skills required by learning disability and mental health nurses and other health care professionals Addresses key issues in contemporary practice Explores assessment of needs in order to provide needs-led services

Learning disabilities and mental health: a nursing perspective provides an evidence-based perspective on care of individuals with learning disabilities and mental health problems.Around 30% to 40% of people with learning disabilities will experience mental health disorders during their lives. Many learning disability nurses and a significant number of mental health nurses are in daily contact with this group, and their complex needs are not often well understood. Examines current theory and practice in supporting people with learning disabilities and additional mental health needsEvaluates the learning disability nursing contribution to careIdentifies the key knowledge and skills required by learning disability and mental health nurses and other health care professionalsAddresses key issues in contemporary practiceExplores assessment of needs in order to provide needs-led services

This handbook focuses on intervention strategies for anxiety and depression in people with learning disabilities and explores the full range of anxiety and depressive illnesses, capturing manifestation, assessment and biopsychosocial models.

This book explores issues relating to the care of children and young people with learning disabilities and mental health needs. It will provide health and social care professionals with a sound knowledge base for shaping and enhancing their practice along with the skills and confidence to improve the outcomes for young people with learning disabilities.

This handbook focuses on intervention strategies for anxiety and depression in people with learning disabilities and explores the full range of anxiety and depressive illnesses, capturing manifestation, assessment and biopsychosocial models.