The only text with the latest analysis of theoretical perspectives, research, and evidence from global leaders in the field, this book tackles the interdisciplinary problem of self-neglect to deliver current professional practice tools and clinical practice interventions. Replete with case studies that examine the ethical, legal, and medical issues of self-neglect, the content is immediately applicable to researchers and clinicians. An extensive list of contributors from the United States, Ireland, England, Scotland, Australia, Israel, and Canada includes respected researchers, practitioners, and academics from multiple health and social care disciplines who have played a critical role in advancing research, public awareness, and policy on self-neglect.
Key Features:
• Delivers multifaceted, cutting-edge information on self-neglect in older adults for nurses and related health care professionals
• Addresses theory, research, evidence, assessment and measurement, and clinical practice interventions
• Includes practical applications, case studies, and illustrations in each chapter
• Authored by an international panel of authoritative leaders in gerontology
• Provides debate and discussion on self-neglect that will promote further inquiry and research
The only text with the latest analysis of theoretical perspectives, research, and evidence from global leaders in the field, this book tackles the interdisciplinary problem of self-neglect to deliver current professional practice tools and clinical practice interventions. Replete with case studies that examine the ethical, legal, and medical issues of self-neglect, the content is immediately applicable to researchers and clinicians. An extensive list of contributors from the United States, Ireland, England, Scotland, Australia, Israel, and Canada includes respected researchers, practitioners, and academics from multiple health and social care disciplines who have played a critical role in advancing research, public awareness, and policy on self-neglect.
Key Features:
• Delivers multifaceted, cutting-edge information on self-neglect in older adults for nurses and related health care professionals
• Addresses theory, research, evidence, assessment and measurement, and clinical practice interventions
• Includes practical applications, case studies, and illustrations in each chapter
• Authored by an international panel of authoritative leaders in gerontology
• Provides debate and discussion on self-neglect that will promote further inquiry and research
Self-Neglect in Older Adults: A Global, Evidence-Based Resource for Nurses and Other Healthcare Providers
400Self-Neglect in Older Adults: A Global, Evidence-Based Resource for Nurses and Other Healthcare Providers
400Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780826140821 |
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Publisher: | Springer Publishing Company, Incorporated |
Publication date: | 08/18/2017 |
Pages: | 400 |
Sales rank: | 392,959 |
Product dimensions: | 7.09(w) x 10.12(h) x 0.86(d) |