An Introduction to Disability Studies
- List Price: $26.95
- Binding: Paperback
- Publisher: David Fulton Publishers, Ltd.
- Publish date: 04/01/1998
Description:
Disablement has recently become a legitimate area of study, and this book is intended as an introductory text for students taking courses in the areas of health, social care and allied services at GNVQ, BTEC, degree and PGCE level. It explores the current issues in the lives and circumstances of disabled people, their caregivers and those who intend to work in the caring services.
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The author explores and analyzes 'quality of life' factors in the lives of disabled people in relation to the professional development of undergraduates. He examines the emergence of 'rights' for disabled people in the local area, the UK and abroad, and indicates the strengths and weaknesses of community care provision for disabled people. David Johnstone also provides examples of individual oppression and 'success stories' gathered from and based on research, and suggests how disabled and non-disabled people can collaborate in the development of inclusive communities and neighborhoods.
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