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Discussion Topics, Mohr

Chapter 38, Homeless Clients

Discussion Topics	Learning Objective
1. After caring for a mentally ill client who is homeless, you begin to think about the number of people in the U.S. who are homeless. Annually, approximately 3.5 million people in the U.S. are homeless. What is the meaning of home to you? What do you value most about your home? Imagine if you did not have a home. What would you do? Where would you turn for help? What is your perception of people who are homeless? What do you think are causes of homelessness?	1
2. While doing a clinical rotation at a psychiatric mental health facility, you are assigned to a Tray, a 42-year-old man. He is about to the discharged from the facility. When you ask him where he will go when he leaves, he tells you that he is homeless and will be living on the street. What are the factors that contribute to homelessness in those who are mentally ill? Identify community programs or agencies that are available for homeless clients in your area.	2
3. You are discussing the issues facing mentally ill homeless clients with another student. Provide an argument for and against the following statement: Current mental health laws are inadequate and do not provide the most therapeutic environment for people with mental illness. List and describe the barriers that prevent homeless individuals from receiving care. What are some specific healthcare concerns of homeless mentally ill individuals?

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