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.
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.
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
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
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