The Mark of Shame: Stigma of Mental Illness and an Agenda for Change
- ISBN-10
- 019973092X
- ISBN-13
- 9780199730926
- Category
- Medical
- Pages
- 331
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2009-08-01
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Author
- Stephen P. Hinshaw
Description
"In this book, Stephen P. Hinshaw examines the long-standing tendency to stigmatize those with mental illness. He also provides practical, multilevel strategies for overcoming this serious problem, including enlightened social policies that encourage contact with those afflicted, media coverage emphasizing their underlying humanity, family education, and responsive treatment."--Jacket.
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- 2006-12-28
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