Sociology of Mental Health : Theories, Social Contexts, and Systems
4 Revised edition
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Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10
100941495X
ISBN-13
9781009414951
Edition
4 Revised edition
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
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Cambridge University Press
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Jul 24th, 2025
Print length
635 Pages
Product Classification:
Health psychologyMedical sociologyDiseases & disordersPsychiatryClinical psychology
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Public attention on the mental health crisis underscores the need for reforms. This book highlights key contributions from sociologists, offering vital insights into the understanding and treatment of mental health and illness. It serves as an essential resource for advancing mental health care.
Sociology of Mental Health, 4th Edition offers a comprehensive introduction to the impact of social forces on mental health. Fully updated throughout, it features eleven new chapters on such topics as immigration, the work-family interface, and LGBTQ+ mental health. Part I addresses the central theoretical developments in the sociology of mental health. Part II examines the social context of mental health, including the social structures, statuses, and positions that affect mental health. Part III moves to the system level, focusing on the structural forces that shape mental health care. Each chapter is written by leading scholars who have defined our understanding of the relationship between mental health and society. This book is designed for mental health students, educators, researchers, and providers, serving as an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand mental health and mental health delivery systems.
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