Full Description
Reflects the most significant and fundamental shifts in the experience of disability in human history
With the release of its eighth edition, this bestselling text remains the most comprehensive and current text addressing the psychological and social issues dealt with by persons with disabilities. The new edition is almost completely rewritten and expanded by expert voices in disability and rehabilitation policy, research, and lived experience. It presents many new chapters covering topics such as disability identity, the impact of US laws and policies, the impact of micro-aggressions and discrimination, applications of well-being and positive psychology, and mental health implications of social media usage for people with disabilities. The eighth edition also includes new Personal Perspectives from individuals with various disabilities.
The text provides an informed, critical, and engaging exploration of the impact of chronic illness and disability (CID) for a wide range of students, educators, and professionals who work with this population. It delivers a comprehensive understanding of CID topics ranging from the impact of law and policies, social justice issues, personal and professional rehabilitation, and the psychosocial experiences of CID. The book continues to investigate a diverse range of topics, from the historical and cultural perspectives on illness and disability to the personal, familial, and social impacts of disability. Chapters include Learning Objectives, Pre-reading Questions, Class Activities, and Case Studies with accompanying Discussion Questions to promote engagement. Instructors will also have access to the Instructor Manual, Test Bank, and chapter PowerPoints. Purchase includes online access via most mobile devices or computers.
New to the Eighth Edition:
Extensively rewritten and updated with expert voices in disability and rehabilitation policy and research
Brand new chapters on disability identity, the impact of US laws and policies, the impact of micro-aggressions and discrimination, and more
New Personal Perspectives from persons who have lived with various disabilities
New Class Activities to help reinforce content
Key Features:
Presents the most comprehensive and diverse coverage of psychosocial aspects of disability of any text
Addresses how people with CID have been viewed and treated throughout history and examines the changes and developments over the past decade
Provides a bridge between theory and practice with abundant narratives
Includes Learning Objectives, Pre-reading Questions, and Case Studies with Discussion Questions to enhance learning
Delivers a comprehensive instructor package including Instructor Manual, Test Bank, and chapter PowerPoints
Contents
List of Contributors
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgments
PART I. HISTORICAL and Cultural PERSPECTIVES ON ILLNESS AND DISABILITY
Chapter 1. History of Treatment Toward Persons With Disabilities in America and Abroad
Chapter 2. Societal Attitudes and Myths about Disability: Improving Social Consciousness
Chapter 3. History of Treatment Toward Persons With Psychiatric Disabilities
Chapter 4. Disability Identity and Disability Culture
Chapter 5. Recognizing, Understanding, and Constructively Responding to Ableism
Chapter 6. The Evolution of Laws and Policies in the United States and Their Impact on Disabled People
PART II. THE PERSONAL IMPACT OF DISABILITY
Chapter 7. Psychosocial Adaptation to Chronic Illness and Disability (CID): A Primer for Counselors
Chapter 8. Theories of Adjustment and Adaptation to Disability
Chapter 9. Vulnerabilities, Abuse, and Psychosocial Disparities of Women With Disabilities
Chapter 10. Sexuality and Disability
Chapter 11. Ableist Microaggressions
Chapter 12. Quality of Life (QOL) and Psychosocial Adaptation to Chronic Illness and Disability
PART III. FAMILY ISSUES IN ILLNESS AND DISABILITY
Chapter 13. Family Adaptation Across Cultures Toward Loved Ones With Disability
Chapter 14. Giving Parents a Voice: Challenges Experienced by Parents of Children With Disabilities
Chapter 15. Psychosocial Counseling Aspects of Grief, Dying, and Death
Chapter 16. Psychosocial Issues for Family Caregivers
PART IV. SPECIFIC TRAUMAS AND STIGMATIZED POPULATIONS
Chapter 17. Living With Substance Use Disorder: From Stigma to Recovery
Chapter 18. Culturally Competent Service Provision: Considerations for Supporting Veterans and Family Reintegration
Chapter 19. Responding Well to Individuals Experiencing Abuse and Relationship Violence
Chapter 20. Immigrants, Refugees, and Asylum Seekers: The Psychosocial Cost of War on Civilians
Chapter 21. Key Concepts and Techniques for an Aging Population of Persons With Disabilities
PART V. NEW DIRECTIONS, ISSUES, AND PERSPECTIVES
Chapter 22. Interventions to Improve the Well-Being of People With Disabilities and Chronic Illness
Chapter 23. Users of Assistive Technology: The Human Component
Chapter 24. Religion and Disability
Chapter 25. Social Justice, Oppression, and Disability Counseling
Chapter 26. The Impact of Social-Media Influence on Mental Health
Chapter 27. Reflections and Considerations
APPENDIX A. PERSONAL PERSPECTIVES
Index
