{"product_id":"peer-support-work-in-mental-health-services-theory-research-policy-and-practice-paperback","title":"Peer Support Work in Mental Health Services: Theory, Research, Policy and Practice - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMichael John Norton\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eResponding to a growing understanding surrounding the unique knowledge and skill set of individuals with lived experience of mental health conditions, this book responds to a gap in current literature by exploring the role of peer support work through the four realms of theory, research, policy and practice with a particular focus on mental health discourses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFilled with practical case studies and guidance on the most effective approaches to peer support work, chapters support readers in building their knowledge of: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe theoretical models of peer work including historical underpinnings, benefits and drawbacks, and the ontological, epistemological basis for lived experience as a knowledge sub-set.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe research behind the value of experiential knowledge, models of peer support work, ethical dilemmas and how peer support work relates to traditional mental health discourse.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe policy developments in relation to peer support work.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePeer support work in practice, including work with families, support work specialisms and current guidance on best practice.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA must-read read for those working within mental health services, this book provides a comprehensive guide to peer support work for mental health professionals, programme managers, peer support workers and service users.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMichael John Norton\u003c\/b\u003e is a Recovery and Engagement Programme Lead with the HSE Office of Mental Health Engagement and Recovery. One of Michael's main areas of responsibility is peer support work due to his past experiences of being a peer support worker for the HSE mental health services in the Republic of Ireland. Michael is also a lecturer with University College Cork, Ireland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 232\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.53 x 9.21 x 6.14 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 22, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53344384516403,"sku":"9781032714530","price":70.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/r5gFilJSwS9781032714530.webp?v=1778725332","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/en-ca\/products\/peer-support-work-in-mental-health-services-theory-research-policy-and-practice-paperback","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}