Understanding Self-Neglect

In Understanding Self-Neglect: A Guide for Health and Social Care Professionals, 1st Edition, author Roy Antrobus provides a dedicated resource for multidisciplinary practice. The book addresses the specific working contexts of health and social care professionals, legal professionals, governing institutions, environmental health officers, and housing officers.

The text focuses on policy, legal, and practice frameworks that govern complex adult care. It synthesizes professional and public perspectives to help practitioners navigate regulatory expectations and organizational responsibilities.

A featured case-study vignette includes open-ended questions and prompts designed to guide analytical reflection. This material directly supports individual study and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities across care sectors.