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Purpose
This paper aims to provide an analysis of the mental health social work role, its contribution to social inclusion, and its ability to translate this into practice.
Design/methodology/approach
The paper considers national policy, research and theory to consider the nature of social work and the mental health system.
Findings
While social work is ideally placed to challenge the biomedical model and promote social inclusion, organisational and other failings would appear to seriously undermine its ability to do so.
Originality/value
The paper considers some important issues facing social work and mental health, and raises points for thought and discussion.
Keywords:
Social work,
Social care,
Mental health,
Social inclusion,
Personalisation,
Recovery,
Mental illness
© Emerald Group Publishing Limited
2012
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