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Mentally disordered firesetters in secure mental health care: A forensic mental health nursing perspective

Geoffrey L. Dickens, Michael Doyle

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review

Abstract

One in ten patients in secure mental health settings have a conviction for deliberate firesetting. This chapter views the issue of inpatient care and management from a forensic mental health nursing perspective.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationThe Psychology of Arson
Subtitle of host publicationA Practical Guide to Understanding and Managing Deliberate Firesetters
EditorsRebekah Doley, Geoffrey Dickens, Theresa Gannon
PublisherRoutledge, Taylor & Francis Group
Pages260-275
Number of pages16
ISBN (Electronic)9781315685960
ISBN (Print)9780415810685, 9780415810692
Publication statusPublished - 27 Aug 2015
Externally publishedYes

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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

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