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Madness, Distress and the Politics of Disablement - by Helen Spandler & Jill Anderson & Bob Sapey (Paperback)

Madness, Distress and the Politics of Disablement - by  Helen Spandler & Jill Anderson & Bob Sapey (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>An exploration of the relationship between madness, distress and disability, bringing together leading scholars and activists from Europe, North America, Australia and India.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>One of the ways that scholars and policy makers have attempted to address the problems of madness and distress is by applying theories and policies from disability, including the social model of disability. This book brings together leading scholars and activists from Europe, North America, Australia and India to explore the challenges to that approach and the relationship of madness, distress, and disability.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>A rewarding and frequently compelling read that does not shy away from grappling with the uncertainties surrounding its field of inquiry. LSE Review of Books<br><br>An enjoyable and thought-provoking introduction to the relationship between mental health problems and disability. Critical Social Policy<br><br>Significant and a must for undergraduates and postgraduates in the fields of sociology, social theory and social policy. Disability and Society<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Helen Spandler </b>is a reader in mental health at the University of Central Lancashire. <b>Jill Anderson</b> coordinates the Mental Health in Higher Education project and is a doctoral student at Lancaster University. <b>Bob Sapey</b> is a founding member of Critical and Creative Approaches to Mental Health Practice.

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