GPNNT Aboriginal mental health worker manual: this is how we work (2010)

Description

This 26-page manual has been produced to provide Aboriginal mental health workers with culturally appropriate information on addressing mental health and mental illness in the Aboriginal population. The specific topics covered in the manual include:

• what is mental health
• what is mental illness
• the client journey
• the role of the Aboriginal mental health worker, including a model of practice and how to respond to people with mental illness
• mental health promotion
• the importance of self-care.

The manual has been produced in colour and contains photographs, drawings, and diagrams to enhance its appeal and value to Aboriginal mental health workers.

Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet abstract

When to use this resource

This manual has been specifically developed for Aboriginal mental health workers. The manual provides valuable information on promoting mental health among Aboriginal people and how to work with Aboriginal clients with mental health issues.

Contact details

General Practice Network NT
PO Box 2562
NT 0801
Ph: (08) 8982 1000

Links

• View resource: Aboriginal mental health work [poster] (PDF - 1.5 MB)
• View resource: GPNNT Aboriginal mental health worker manual: this is how we work (PDF - 3.6 MB)
• View information: Aboriginal Mental Health
• View information: GPNNT Aboriginal mental health worker manual: this is how we work
• View website: General Practice Network NT

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