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What are the 10 Roles of Social Workers

Social Work Haven

Community Organizer : Social workers may organise and mobilise communities to address social issues, promote social justice, and create positive change. Therapist : Clinical social workers provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families, addressing mental health and emotional challenges.

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The draft Mental Health Bill: parliamentary proposals for change

Community Care

Additionally, some witnesses argued that the section 3 reforms might increase the risk of people with learning disabilities and autistic people being detained under the Mental Capacity Act or through the criminal justice system. Patient choice The draft bill would introduce statutory care and treatment plans for detained patients.

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How the government plans to reform the Mental Health Act 1983

Community Care

It is estimated that full implementation may take 10 years, largely due to the lead-in time required to train additional clinical and judicial staff. This exclusion does not apply to part 3 patients (those in the criminal justice system). Once approved, it will be sent for Royal Assent and will then become an act (law).