Recovery and Mental Health : A Critical Sociological Account Paperback / softback
by David (FLAT 4 Petrea Mews, Liverpool) Pilgrim, Ann (Indiana University, BLOOMINGTON, USA) McCranie
Paperback / softback
Description
For most of us, the term 'recovery' in mental health implies hope and normality for those suffering from emotional distress.
It is understandable why recovery has therefore become a significant goal for mental health services. But what does recovery mean for those who are struggling to see it through?
Is the emphasis on recovery always a positive thing.
This book takes a critical sociological look at personal and public assumptions and understandings.
In particular:- It explores what the recovery movement signifies today, offering readers a critical, reflexive view of its scientific, policy and political consequences- It considers what recovery means from social, medical and patient perspectives, and the implications of these conflicting views- It reveals some of the risks and benefits for people with mental health problems encountering a system that expects them to recoverOffering a comprehensive and thought-provoking overview of the concept of recovery from mental illness, this book is a must-have for students studying mental health across a range of subjects, including sociology, social work, psychology and nursing.
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:280 pages
- Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Publication Date:18/10/2013
- Category:
- ISBN:9780230291386
Information
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:280 pages
- Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Publication Date:18/10/2013
- Category:
- ISBN:9780230291386
