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A VISION FOR MENTAL HEALTH POLICY IN IRELAND
The current policy framework for mental health in Ireland is called, ‘A Vision for Change (2006). This policy sets out a framework for mental health strategy in Ireland and emphasizes how a collaborative approach between Government, professionals, service users and carers is the best way forward. My rationale for choosing this policy is the fact that I have suffered from depression and a general anxiety disorder since the age of 14, and this will be the main subject of the essay. The intention is to define what a mental health issue actually is, how it can have an effect on the life of the client, and who is responsible for promoting and maintaining an individual’s mental health. It will discuss …show more content…

The aim is to reduce discrimination and to provide support to those people who are vulnerable. It proposes increasing emotional resilience designed to promote coping skills. There are many programmes which a Community Worker can avail of to assist this process. Mindfulness, yoga and autogenic relaxation techniques may prove useful. The Health Service Executive (HSE) offer Mindfulness programs in local community centres, however the waiting list can be measured in months. Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP), is a wellness tool created in America by Mary Ellen Copeland PhD. It is a 9 session program which was developed in conjunction with people who have been dealing with a variety of mental health issues for a number of years (Copeland p: …show more content…

It is recommended this team include the core skills of psychiatry, nursing, social work and clinical psychology (Ireland. Group, and Policy, 2006 p: 79). The Community Worker may be required to call to a client’s home. This requires the Community Worker to be respectful of the home, and insure the clients right to privacy. Activities such as shopping, taking them to appointments, developing/redeveloping everyday skills such as how to make a cup of tea or prepare and cook a meal safely all form part of the Community Worker’s role. Recommendation 12.1 (p: 105) underpins this and states that it is possible for all service users to achieve control over their lives and recover their

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