Aim: To present a grounded theory of the contribution that fathers make to family-based treatment when a young person has anorexia nervosa.
Background: Research indicates a potential to improve outcomes by involving both parents in the treatment of anorexia nervosa. However, fathers are underrepresented both within treatment and research.
This article explores key issues in relation to adolescence and the transition from Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) to Adult Mental Health Services (AMHS). A national review of services revealed some concern and dissatisfaction regarding existing service provision. Nurses are employed in both of these services and are well placed to play a significant role during transition.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFHepatitis B vaccination is recommended for all clients of sexually transmitted disease (STD) clinics. Hepatitis A vaccination and hepatitis C testing are recommended for STD clinic clients who report specific risks for those viruses. In 1999, the Illinois Department of Public Health began working with local health departments in Illinois (excluding Chicago) to introduce hepatitis B testing and vaccination in public STD clinics.
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