Coaching Intervention for Psychosis: A Lifestyle Redesigning Approach
Synopsis:Despite recent advances in pharmacotherapy, psychosocial casework and early interventions, improving the treatment of psychotic disorders is still a major challenge for mental health professionals. The coaching approach discussed in this book specifically addresses that difficulty. It is a recovery-oriented approach that attempts to help mental health patients function better in everyday life. The book is intended for mental health professionals and is also invaluable to patients and caregivers.
ISBN:9789888390915
Language:English
Author:Kwok-fai Leung, Iris Hiu Hung Chan, Nicole Ka Man Lau, and Eric Yu-hai Chen
Author Biography:Kwok-fai Leung is manager of the Occupational Therapy Department in the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Hong Kong. Iris Hiu Hung Chan was a case intervention officer for the Jockey Club Early Psychosis Project. Nicole Ka Man Lau is a professionally trained life coach under the International Coach Federation (ICF) Accredited Coach Training Program. Eric Yu-hai Chen is Chi-Li Pao Foundation Professor of Psychiatry and head of the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Hong Kong.
