Disability: A Diversity Model Approach in Human Service Practice

by Romel W. Mackelprang

The third edition of Disability remains an indispensable tool for human service practitioners in understanding disability from an empowerment perspective. The authors address policy, theory, description, and practice, stressing the difference of disability rather than the dysfunction of disability. The text is illustrated with in-depth personal narratives by those living with disability and thought-provoking sidebars that ask readers to consider the implications of their own reactions to disability. The book establishes the historical and societal context in which those with disabilities are marginalized, discusses the major groupings of disabilities, and finally offers a model for assessment and practice that human service practitioners can adopt. It develops a contemporary perspective in which people with disabilities are considered valuable and contributing members of society. Using this book, students will find not only a prescription for professional assessment and practice, but also the necessary understanding of common issues those with disabilities face, the social contexts in which they live, and the tools to work with people with disabilities as equals and partners. Strengths of the new New! Provides a broader North American perspective and includes more international content Expanded! Increased attention to issues of aging with disability and disabilities that develop with age Updated! All statistical information has been updated to reflect current research and demographic data Remains one of the very few texts that provides a social perspective on disability rather than treating disability as a condition of psychological or physical dysfunction Instructor's manual, including PowerPoints, video podcasts by the authors, and exams for each chapter.

Genres: Nonfiction, Disability

540 pages, Paperback

First published August 14, 1998

Reviews

[Lee Caterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Everyone once in awhile you come across a textbook that's worth owning and reading and this is one of them

[Aimee J Martin · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a required read for my Disabilities class. Basically, it was our main textbook. The book covers everything from the origins of disabilities to the present situation regarding the treatment of our disabled population and the laws that surround those issues.

What I really enjoyed about this book was that the author focused on the fact that the 'disabled population' are no different than any of us. They should be treated equally, and accommodated equally and are important members of society. They should not be discriminated against, looked at differently, or treated as outcasts. Luckily in this day and age there are laws upon laws upon laws that make sure our disabled population are equally accommodated.

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Had to read for school but Good!