(via Dr. Susan Van Alstyne, Berkeley College)
The editor of the upcoming book Perspectives and Considerations on Navigating the Mental Health Care System is seeking chapter proposals. The deadline is Friday, March 4. Please see below for additional information.
About the Book
This book aims to empower the patient, the patient’s family, caregivers, and public service professionals with recommendations about seeking mental health care in a complex system that at times seems to be working against those experiencing varying levels of mental health needs. The book will provide a picture of the broken mental health care system and provide resources, recommendations, and case studies.
There are many publications about mental health and treatment, and there needs to be more awareness about the intricacies in the steps in seeking care. This book is necessary for librarians, public service professionals, families, and caregivers to support and guide individuals who need mental health care. We are in the midst of a mental health crisis combined with the complexities of health insurance regulations putting our most vulnerable populations at risk. The editor encourages a broad range of contributions, including original research, case studies, and reflection papers. Contributions from clinicians and non clinicians are also encouraged.
This book will serve a dual purpose. One is to empower the patient, the patient’s family, and caregivers with recommendations for seeking mental care. Another is to raise awareness that many of those suffering need to overcome obstacles in seeking treatment. Librarians and other public service professionals may do only so much, and the entire community needs to understand the obstacles those in need face.
This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global (formerly Idea Group Inc.), an international academic publisher of the “Information Science Reference”. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit here. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2023.
Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following ones.
Part I: What is mental health?
- mental health first aid and identifying the need for help
- barriers to seeking care
Part II: Providing support from a non-clinician perspective
- information providers and librarians
- K-12 and college settings
- navigating health insurance benefits
- legal and privacy considerations
- government resources
Part III: Case studies and recommendations
- Case studies
- stories of individual experiences and navigating the health care system
- social and emotional support
- alternative therapies and resources
Additional topics that fit theme of the book are also welcome.
Please submit proposals here by the March 4 deadline. Direct any comments or questions to Dr. Susan Van Alstyne, Editor, at sva@berkeleycollege.edu.