Abstract
Older adults with a mental illness face many life stressors as they cope with aging and mental illness. They require extra environmental supports to successfully navigate these challenges. Mutual aid groups represent a particularly potent source of support, and this article explores some of the unique practice issues and themes associated with group work for this vulnerable population. Group beginnings, authority, and intimacy themes are highlighted.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Group Work and Aging |
Subtitle of host publication | Issues in Practice, Research, and Education |
Editors | Roberta K Graziano, Robert Salmon |
Publisher | Taylor & Francis |
Pages | 111-126 |
Number of pages | 16 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781315044217 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2013 |
Keywords
- Authority theme
- Group work
- Intimacy theme
- Mutual aid groups
- Older persons with mental illness
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine
- General Health Professions