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Mental Health Nursing

Author/Editor :	Dr. Maitri Chaudhuri,
Pages :	313
Specialty :	Psychiatric (Mental Health) Nursing
Book Type :	Academic & Professional

Mental Health Nursing represents one of the most dynamic and demanding fields within the healthcare sector. As global perceptions of mental health continue to develop, the demand for empathetic, proficient, and evidence-based psychiatric nurses has reached unprecedented levels. This textbook, Mental Health Nursing for B.Sc. Nursing Students, aims to connect theoretical concepts with the practical realities encountered in clinical psychiatric settings.

This book is meticulously crafted in alignment with the most recent syllabus requirements, offering a thorough and accessible guide to psychiatric care. The material is systematically organized to assist undergraduate students in comprehending the pathology of mental disorders as well as the holistic nursing management necessary for their treatment. Notable aspects of this book consist of:

• Comprehensive, thorough and extensive analysis of the classification of mental disorders, therapeutic communication, and psychosocial therapies.

• Exploration of the illness-wellness continuum to deepen understanding of early identification and recognition of emerging symptoms.

• Emphasis on competencies to guarantee safe and responsible nursing practice.

• The Indian Perspective on Mental Well-Being aimed at fostering critical thinking and decision-making skills, correlating Traditional Indian systems of medicine with contemporary practices.

All endeavours have been undertaken to deliver the content in a manner that is both accessible and engaging, thereby equipping students for their university assessments as well as their prospective clinical careers.

I extend my heartfelt gratitude to my colleagues, students, family, and the distinguished members of the “RED FLOWER PUBLICATIONS” for their unwavering support and encouragement, which have been instrumental in bringing this publication to fruition. Although I have endeavoured to ensure that this text is thorough and devoid of errors, I am open to constructive criticism and recommendations for enhancing future editions.

Dedication v

Foreword vii

Preface ix

Acknowledgement xi

Chapters

Mental Health and Mental Health Nursing Views 1

Extent of Mental Health Nursing 33

Fundamental Concepts and Theoretical Frameworks in

Psychiatric Nursing 52

Mental Health Assessment 139

Theraputic Communication and Nurse Patient Relationship 169

Intervention Methods and Therapeutic Approaches Utilized in Mental Health Disorders 190

Nursing Care Strategies for Individuals With Schizophrenia and Related Psychotic Disorders 223

Nursing Strategies for Managing Mood Disorder Patients 262

References 295

Dr. Maitri Chaudhuri, Principal, ANM® Training Institute, Santibazar, South Tripura, Former and Founder Principalof Agartala Government Nursing College, G+8 Building, IGM Hospital Complex in Agartala, Tripura, India.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing with Honors in Nursing Administration in 1990 from Regional College of Nursing, Gauhati University, Assam, India, joined the Government Services in 1992 as a sister Tutor under the auspices of the Tripura State Government. 2005 saw the recipient of an M.Sc. in Nursing from Delhi University's Rajkumari Amrit Kaur College

of Nursing. The subject of my speciality is "Community Health Nursing." Received PhD degree in Nursing Science from Mangalayatan University in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, in the year 2023. Undertaking research in eight districts of Tripura, my topic of study was "IMPACT ON UTILIZATION OF REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH INTERVENTIONS AMONG REPRODUCTIVE AGE GROUP (18 TO 45 YEARS) WOMEN IN TRIPURA, A MIXED METHOD STUDY."Also undergone training at the New Delhi-based Midwifery Skilled Laboratory and completed the COVID-19 Pandemic online course offered by WHO and the NPTL online course in 2020.

Since joining, She have been devotedly served the state government in various nursing schools and administrative settings, over thirty-four years of experience working in a variety of roles under the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Tripura, Agartala, India, including Sister-Tutor, Registrar in the Tripura Nursing Council, In-charge of Nursing Education and Research, and Principal at this time. One of the greatest achievements is establishment of a "Midwifery Skilled Laboratory" in several districts, and ultimately at Agartala Government Nursing College. Published more than 20 research articles, and conducted meta-analyses in various national and international journals. Published book in Local Language for ANM Students and for B.Sc. Nursing Students also.
Although the author's primary specialty is Community Health Nursing, she has a deep interest in Mental Health Nursing, which inspired her to write this book.

Subject Category : Psychiatric (Mental Health) Nursing