From Psychiatric Patient to Citizen: Overcoming Discrimination and Social Exclusion (Overcoming Discrimination and Stigma) - Softcover

Sayce, L.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0333698908 ISBN 13: 9780333698907

Publisher: Palgrave, 1999

Synopsis

This book proposes theoretical models and practical strategies for tackling the widespread social exclusion faced by people diagnosed mentally ill. Based primarily on research in the US and UK but with reference to other international examples, it analyses evidence of discrimination and the effectiveness of different remedies: disability discrimination law, work to re-frame media and cultural images, grassroots inclusion programmes, challenges to the 'nimby' factor. It places the growing user/survivor and disability movements as central to achieving any radical change.

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Review:

'This is a well written, 'tour de force' about how people with mental health problems might become more included in social and economic life, rather than marginalised and treated with suspicion.' - Disability and Society

'Liz Sayce offers a sensitive and helpful discussion of identity.' - Peter Beresford, Cambridge University Journal

Synopsis:

This text proposes new theoretical models and practical strategies for tackling the widespread social exclusion faced by people diagnosed mentally ill. Based on research in the US and UK, with reference to other international examples, it analyzes evidence of discrimination and the effectiveness of different remedies: disability discrimination law, work to reframe media and cultural images, grassroots inclusion programmes, and challenges to the "nimby" factor.

About this edition

• Publisher: Palgrave
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0333698908
• ISBN 13: 9780333698907
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 292