Brown, Jean S., 1954-

Promoting public mental health and well-being : principles into practice / Jean S. Brown, Alyson M. Learmonth, and Catherine J. Mackereth; foreword by John R. Ashton. - London ; Jessica Kingsley Publishers, ©2015. - 304 pages ; 23 cm

Formerly CIP.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 242-288) and index.

Measuring outcomes related to mental health and well-being : what do we want to achieve? -- What affects mental health and well-being? : the wider social, cultural, and physical environment -- What affects mental health and well-being? : individual social, cultural, and physical circumstances -- What affects mental health and well-being? : individual life stage and personal behaviours -- How can we develop mental health and well-being strategically? -- How can we develop mental health and well-being operationally? -- Extended case study : prevention of suicide and self-harm -- Extended case study : improving mental health and well-being among young black and minority ethnic groups -- Extended case study : improving mental health and well-being in people with long-term conditions.

What causes a person to flourish or languish? Or to be well or ill? How can the mental health and well-being of society as a whole, and individuals, be promoted and enhanced? This book explores the social, economic, political, cultural and environmental factors that affect mental health and well-being on a societal and individual level, and how prevention and intervention can enhance mental health. Taking a holistic approach to mental health, the book sets out effective strategies, from creating a supportive environment to building personal skills.



9781849055673 (alk. paper) : £22.99

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Mental health promotion--Great Britain.
Mentally ill--Services for--Great Britain.
Mentally ill--Social conditions.--Great Britain
Health Promotion.
Mental Health Services--organization & administration.
Health Behavior.