Abstract
Young people in secure care are some of the most troubled and troublesome young
people in the country. This chapter provides a mental health perspective on care
practice in secure settings. The key points include: a discussion of the nature of
mental health, prevalence of mental health disorders, available services, stigma,
and care practice.
people in the country. This chapter provides a mental health perspective on care
practice in secure settings. The key points include: a discussion of the nature of
mental health, prevalence of mental health disorders, available services, stigma,
and care practice.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Title of host publication | Secure in the Knowledge: Perspectives on Practice in Secure Accommodation |
| Publisher | University of Strathclyde |
| Pages | 164-171 |
| Number of pages | 7 |
| ISBN (Print) | 190074323X |
| Publication status | Published - 2005 |
Keywords
- residential child care
- mental health
- secure accomodation
