Aliens and Alienists

Ethnic Minorities and Psychiatry

Häftad, Engelska, 1997

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In this classic text the authors examine the links between racism, psychological ill health and inadequate treatment of ethnic minorities. Through a series of case studies they discuss:* the psychological legacy of colonialism and slavery* the racist bias in psychiatric and psychological theory* diagnostic bias* the role of religion in mental health or illness* the value of anthropological and pschoanalytic insights.The concluding chapter in this edition reviews the development of 'transcultural psychiatry' and summarises changes in administration of the Mental Health Act.

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Utgivningsdatum1997-04-10
Mått138 x 216 x 28 mm
Vikt660 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor368
Upplaga3
FörlagTaylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN9780415157254

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Comments from previous edition:'An important exploration of the cross-cultural currents, misunderstandings and plain prejudices that riddle psychiatry and this society as well.' - New Statesman'Beautifully written, contextually rich and eloquent.' - Journal of Operational Psychiatry'Essential reading.' - Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine'Essential reading for all mental health workers.' - New Forum'Essential reading for psychiatric nurses.' - Nursing Mirror'Sensitively written and easy to read.' - The Lancet'Mandatory reading ...for everyone working in the health and social services.' - Anthony Clare, New Society