Crisis Center/Hotline: A Guidebook to Beginning and Operating (RA 790.6 D44 1972)

This book provides practical information about the day-to-day operation of a crisis centre based on the authors experiences of establishing & running such a centre. Insights & experiences of both professionals & volunteers are provided. The book also includes source materials of benefit to lay & professional mental health workers in places other than the crisis center, e.g. there is a chapter on drugs which is of use for anyone working with individuals with drug & drug-related problems.