Users and Abusers of Psychiatry is a radically different, critical account of day-to-day practice in psychiatric settings. Using real-life examples and her own experience as a clinical psychologist, Lucy Johnstone argues that the traditional way of treating mental distress can often exacerbate people's original difficulties, leaving them powerless and re-traumatised. She draws on a range of evidence to present a very different understanding of psychiatric breakdown than that found in standard medical textbooks, and to suggest new ways forward.
Key Features
- Extended introduction that revisits themes and traces changes in mental health practice over the last three decades.
- Accessibility and clarity that have ensured its status as a classic in the field.
- Relevant for professionals, students, service users, relatives, or interested lay people.
Additional Information
The book is a challenging but ultimately inspiring read for all who are involved in mental health.
