Mackelprang, Romel W., 1955-,
Disability : a diversity model approach in human service practice / Romel W. Mackelprang Eastern Washington University and Richard O. Salsgiver California State University, Fresno. - Third edition. - xvii, 527 pages ; 23 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index (pages 519-527).
Disability remains one of the very few textbooks that provides a social perspective on disability rather thatn approaching it as a condition of psychological or physical dysfunction. The impact of Mackelprang and Salsgiver's seminal work-along with that of the researchers and writers that followed-resulted in our contemporary approach to rehabilitation and the emphasis on services that move clients from dependency to independence. With this book, student will gain not only a prescription for professional assessment and practice, but also the necessary understanding of common issues those with disabilities face and the social contexts in which they live. -- from back cover
9780190656409
People with disabilities--Care--United States
People with disabilities--Services for--United States
HV1553 / .M33 2015
Disability : a diversity model approach in human service practice / Romel W. Mackelprang Eastern Washington University and Richard O. Salsgiver California State University, Fresno. - Third edition. - xvii, 527 pages ; 23 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index (pages 519-527).
Disability remains one of the very few textbooks that provides a social perspective on disability rather thatn approaching it as a condition of psychological or physical dysfunction. The impact of Mackelprang and Salsgiver's seminal work-along with that of the researchers and writers that followed-resulted in our contemporary approach to rehabilitation and the emphasis on services that move clients from dependency to independence. With this book, student will gain not only a prescription for professional assessment and practice, but also the necessary understanding of common issues those with disabilities face and the social contexts in which they live. -- from back cover
9780190656409
People with disabilities--Care--United States
People with disabilities--Services for--United States
HV1553 / .M33 2015