The World Health Organization predicts that in 20 years, more people may be affected by depression than any other health problem. World Mental Health Day, started by the World Federation for Mental Health in 1992, is a unified effort to promote greater public awareness and understanding of mental health and mental illness. An excellent resource for family and caregivers of those with mental health issues is Advocating for Someone with a Mental Illness by Sonya Nesch. Based on many years of experience navigating the mental health system for a family member, Sonya has compiled an excellent reference for family members, mental health consumers, caregivers, counselors, and others.
This book provides specific information for what to do when a crisis begins. Being prepared and having a plan can make the crucial difference when dealing with someone who is psychotic and/or suicidal. Use this straightforward guide to create a medical history and symptom letter, or to develop a Crisis Intervention Plan. From dealing with the confusion at the beginning of mental illness to information about how to handle symptom breakthrough and relapse, this meticulously researched book provides practical and supportive help with all aspects of being an advocate for someone with mental illness.
The book is available from whitetrilliumpress.com.
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