Magnus Mfoafo-M'Carthy, Jeff Grischow, Festus Moasun

Experiencing Disability Stigma in Ghana

Impact on Individuals and Caregivers

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Produktbeschreibung

This book explores stigma and discrimination associated with disability and mental health in Ghana. In conversations with caregivers and persons with disabilities, the authors examine the socio-cultural challenges that undermine treatment and support for these individuals and provide recommendations for improved policy and practice.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Lexington Books
• Seitenzahl: 166
• Erscheinungstermin: 8. Januar 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 235mm x 157mm x 14mm
• Gewicht: 401g
• ISBN-13: 9781666905809
• ISBN-10: 1666905801
• Artikelnr.: 69082668

Autorenporträt

Magnus Mfoafo-M'Carthy is professor of social work at Wilfrid Laurier University. Jeff Grischow is associate professor of history at Wilfrid Laurier University. Festus Moasun is assistant professor in the School of Social Work at the University of Windsor.

Inhaltsangabe

Acknowledgments
List of Abbreviations
Part 1: Setting the Context
Introduction
Chapter 1: The History of Disability in Ghana
Part 2: Experiencing Disability and Disability Stigma
Chapter 2: Culture and Disability in Ghana
Chapter 3: Religion, Spirituality and Mental Illness in Ghana
Chapter 4: Stigma, Discrimination and Impact on Individuals with
Disabilities
Chapter 5: Stigma, Discrimination and Impact on Ghanaian Families
Part 3: The Way Forward
Chapter 6: Doing Disability Research in Ghana: Lessons Learned and
Recommendations
Conclusion
References
About the Authors