Abstract
Purpose – The aim of this paper is to describe the development and functions of local and regional networks for professionals working with dual diagnosis in the north of England.
Design/methodology/approach – The paper is a descriptive account of local and regional networks in the north of England – their development, their function and future plans.
Findings – Local and regional networks are important in helping people share resources and ideas as well as gaining mutual support in what can be very stressful roles. However, there is a danger in a climate of financial constraints that network activities may be lost.
Originality/value – This paper focuses on the importance of collegiate networks of professionals and service user representatives and offers a perspective from the north of England.
Design/methodology/approach – The paper is a descriptive account of local and regional networks in the north of England – their development, their function and future plans.
Findings – Local and regional networks are important in helping people share resources and ideas as well as gaining mutual support in what can be very stressful roles. However, there is a danger in a climate of financial constraints that network activities may be lost.
Originality/value – This paper focuses on the importance of collegiate networks of professionals and service user representatives and offers a perspective from the north of England.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 185 - 188 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | Advances in Dual Diagnosis |
| Early online date | 12 Nov 2012 |
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| Publication status | Published - 1 Dec 2012 |