The Medicalisation of Everyday Life: A Critical Perspective

by Zita Weber, Helen Bannister, Barbara Fawcett

This is timely new book examines the generally accepted understanding of the theory and practice of mental health. Drawing on historical and contemporary practices, it critically explores the concept of mental illness and how it is treated, the integration of health and social care, and providing a person-centred approach. As well as tackling more general aspects, such as how we categorise mental health and the contemporary practice around medication...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1352008270
• ISBN13: 9781352008272
• Release Date: February 2020
• Publisher: Red Globe Press
• Length: 174 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.5" x 9.1"