Identifying the needs of carers in mental health services
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The study highlights the type of support the carers give those who use the mental health services and reveals the impact that this caring has on them. The carers needs are identified as someone to talk to, help with cleaning/ironing, help with finances, support to enable them to take a break, plus respite care and accommodation for the service user.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2006
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Developing a mental health triage service in primary care
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A study to examine the benefits of triage clinics at primary care level for patients with mental health problems is conducted. Results reveal that through the new service patients received better care and regular consultations at primary care level itself rather than being referred to specialist services.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2007
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Developing services for younger people with dementia
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This article examines the need to improve services for persons with dementia that are between 45 and 65 years of age. Topics include how early onset dementia impacts families, social support for patients, and the development of community drop-in services.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2003
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