Psychosocial Intervention in Long-term Care

Download or read book Psychosocial Intervention in Long-term Care written by Gary W. Hartz and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains advanced techniques for assessing and intervening with psychosocial and behavioral problems in long-term care (LTC), for social workers, nurses, other professionals, and graduate students who are familiar with basics of assessment and intervention in LTC. Coverage includes the biopsychosocial model, various assessment instruments, counseling techniques, interventions for specific problems, and uses of psychiatric medications. Also discusses documentation, administrative and legal issues, and staff well-being. Paper edition, 0189-6, $22.95. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.