title: Joint training for mental health key workers: part 1.
abstract: This is the first of two articles on training for key workers in mental health. In this article, current mental health policy is examined and the conflicts this may cause for mental health key workers are discussed. The author also describes a two-day training programme that has been set up to help key workers manage the conflicts of their role. Next week, participants' impressions of the programme to date and the implications of their responses will be explored, highlighting issues for further debate.
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: May
mesh_terms: D003220:Conflict, Psychological; D006282:Health Personnel / Q000193:education*; D006801:Humans; D007318:Inservice Training / Q000458:organization & administration*; D007587:Job Description; D008605:Mental Health Services; D017146:Models, Organizational; D010348:Patient Care Team / Q000458:organization & administration*