Completely updated to reflect current changes in the law & in practice Mental Health Law: A Practical Guide is a concise & approachable handbook to mental health law for students & professionals working in psychiatric settings. Easy-to-read practical & illustrated with case examples & a wealth of practical advice to guide you through many complex legal issues Multidisciplinary approach written by specialist authors & key opinion leaders who understand the practical issues you face Fully updated & expanded to include the Mental Health Act 2007 & the Mental Capacity Act 2005 so that you are totally up to date Provides clear guidance practical pointers & all you need to know about mental health law implementation This authoritative guide will serve as a comprehensive introduction & long-term resource manual for trainee & qualified psychiatrists as well as nurses social workers psychologists & occupational therapists working in mental health.