Summary
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This unique and timely book, edited by Michael J. Austin, introduces and connects social justice to the core values of social work across the curriculum. It presents the history and philosophy that supports social justice and ties it to ethical concepts that will help readers understand social justice as a core social work value. The book further conveys the importance of amplifying client voice; explores organization-based advocacy; and describes how an understanding of social justice can inform practice and outlines implications for education and practice.
Social Justice and the Injustices Experienced by People with Mental Health Disabilities
Social Justice and the Injustices Experienced by People with Mental Health Disabilities
Introduction
Mental illnesses are difficult to describe in a way that adequately captures the vast spectrum of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that are markers of these disorders. Adding to this complexity is the fact that the etiology of mental illnesses is not clear and is debated within mental health communities. The lack of accurate information regarding mental health problems has added to the stigmatization and discrimination experienced by people who have been labeled as having a mental illness. In an effort to decrease stigma, many advocacy groups focus on educating the public on evidence that some disorders are linked to biological roots and ...
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