Book Review: A Concise Introduction to Mental Health in Canada

Abstract

Second edition. Preceded by A concise introduction to mental health in Canada / Elliot M. Goldner [and others]. c2011, "A Concise Introduction to Mental Health in Canada offers a unique contribution to the mental health literature. It covers the full spectrum of mental health issues in Canada, incorporating insights from both the physical and social sciences to expand the way readers think about mental health. Interdisciplinary and reader-friendly, this book introduces students to a wide range of topics, including substance use, children and youth, discrimination, workplace mental health, culture, gender and sexuality, diagnosis, treatment, and mental health professions. This second edition has been updated to highlight recent scientific data, changes in terminology, new insights in the field, and timely and relevant examples of mental health issues and success stories. This engaging text provides a superb grounding for students of medicine, nursing, social work, psychology, and public health."--Publisher's website. What is mental health? -- Biological foundations of mental health -- Mental health examined through the social sciences -- The spectrum of mental health problems -- Substance use, dependence, and addictive behaviour -- Stigma, discrimination, and mental health in the workplace -- Mental health and illness among children and youth -- Sex, gender, and sexuality -- Culture, ethnicity, and mental health -- Mental health and illness in older adults -- Responding to mental health crisis, emergency, and disaster -- Treatment for mental disorders and substance use disorder -- Mental health services in Canada -- Mental health professions and practices -- Mental health and substance use : opportunities to improve population and public health.