The Family Guide to Psychiatric Hospitalization
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The Family Guide to Psychiatric Hospitalization

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eBook - ePub

The Family Guide to Psychiatric Hospitalization

About this book

A comprehensive and compassionate guide to help families understand and navigate psychiatric hospitalization.

Each year, millions of Americans face psychiatric hospitalizations, yet this process often remains shrouded in stigma and mystery. In this indispensable guide, Mark J. Russ, MD, offers patients and families essential support and vital information to navigate this challenging process, from admission to discharge.

The Family Guide to Psychiatric Hospitalization provides a comprehensive look into the procedures, treatments, and dynamics of the psychiatric care system. Dr. Russ provides invaluable information on:
• The history and evolution of psychiatric hospitals
• The logistics of the admission process, including how to choose the right hospital based on patient needs
• What families and patients can expect during every treatment phase, from initial assessment to active treatment to planning for discharge
• The critical role of family involvement in the care and recovery process
• The legal aspects of hospitalization, including patient rights and advocacy
• The strategies for aftercare and avoiding readmission, highlighting the importance of ongoing support after discharge

Dr. Russ shares not only professional insights but also his own personal journey with psychiatric hospitalization. His dual perspective as both physician and patient brings an unprecedented depth of compassion and understanding to this guide. Designed to educate and empower families, this book serves as a beacon of hope and a testament to the healing power of informed and compassionate care.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright Page
  4. Dedication
  5. Contents
  6. Acknowledgments
  7. Introduction
  8. Chapter 1. Psychiatric Hospitals: How We Got Here
  9. Chapter 2. Admission
  10. Chapter 3. Choosing the Right Hospital
  11. Chapter 4. Initial Phase of Hospitalization: Assessment and Acclimation
  12. Chapter 5. Middle Phase of Hospitalization: Active Treatment and Discharge Planning
  13. Chapter 6. Behind the Curtain: How Treatment Teams Work
  14. Chapter 7. How to Optimize Family Involvement
  15. Chapter 8. Somatic Treatment Strategies: What to Expect
  16. Chapter 9. Special Populations: The Young and the Elderly
  17. Chapter 10. Diversity and the Inpatient Experience
  18. Chapter 11. Legal Matters and Patients’ Rights
  19. Chapter 12. Final Phase of Hospitalization: Aftercare
  20. Chapter 13. The Revolving Door
  21. Afterword
  22. Resources
  23. Notes
  24. Index
  25. Promo Page