Whole Family Mental Health

Highlights:
Family members share their thoughts about why whole families must be included in the treatment and support process of a person diagnosed with mental illness. (2:29)

Questions for Discussion:

• How do family members describe why families should be included in an
  individual’s care? How does Family Systems Theory help to explain these perspectives?
• Caring about Whole Family Mental Health means also considering
  the emotional health and well-being of family members who do not have a diagnosis. How can the concept of Whole Family Mental Health be applied more within the healthcare system? Think of specific contexts and ways that Whole Family Mental Health would improve outcomes for caregiving families.