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Straight Talking Introduction to Psychological Treatments for Mental Health Problems (Straight Talking Introductions)

Straight Talking Introduction to Psychological Treatments for Mental Health Problems (Straight Talking Introductions)

by PeteSanders (Editor), David Pilgrim (Author), RichardBentall (Editor)

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    Paperback 2009

    $6.65
Synopsis

Psychological treatments is shorthand for a range of interventions, which are called 'talking treatment', 'psychological therapy', 'counselling' or 'psychotherapy'. In this compact book, David Pilgrim explores the origins, trustworthiness and usefulness of these interventions and concludes with a comprehensive glossary describing over 20 different approaches to psychotherapy. The challenging content and accessible style ensure that therapy practitioners, support workers, students and users of mental health services will be both informed and stimulated.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 134
 Publisher: PCCS Books
Published: 08 Jun 2009
ISBN 10: 1906254168
ISBN 13: 9781906254162

Media Reviews
It would be unwise to venture into the moral and conceptual jungle that is psychological treatment without a highly competent, experienced and level-headed guide. In this succinct and informative book, David Pilgrim demonstrates that he is precisely that. David Smail, Psychologist, author of 'Power, Interest and Psychology'
Author Bio
David Pilgrim is Professor of Mental Health Policy at the University of Central Lancashire. He has higher degrees in both psychology and sociology and his publications include A Sociology of Mental Health and Illness (Open University Press, 2005), which was winner of the 2006 BMA Book of the Year Award.