Aliens and Alienists by Maurice Lipsedge
Updated edition of this classic text, in which, through a series of case studies, the authors examine the links between racism, psychological ill health and inadequate treatment of ethnic minorities.Comments from previous edition:
'An important exploration of the cross-cultural currents, misunderstandings and plain prejudices that riddle psychiatry and this society as well' - New Statesman
'Beautifully written, contextually rich and eloquent.' - Journal of Operational Psychiatry
'Essential reading.' - Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine
'Essential reading for all mental health workers.' - New Forum
'Essential reading for psychiatric nurses.' - Nursing Mirror
'Sensitively written and easy to read.' - The Lancet
'Mandatory reading ...for everyone working in the health and social services.' - Anthony Clare, New Society
Roland Littlewood is Professor of Anthropology and Psychiatry at University College London. Maurice Lipsedge is a Consultant Psychiatrist and Senior Lecturer at Guy’s Hospital, London.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780415157254 |
| ISBN 10 | 0415157250 |
| Title | Aliens and Alienists |
| Author | Maurice Lipsedge |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Year published | 1997-04-10 |
| Number of pages | 368 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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