Forensic Psychiatry, Race and Culture

Forensic Psychiatry, Race and Culture

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Through exploration of the history of psychiatry, current clinical issues and present public policy, this book traces the growth of a system in which non-conformity to the prevailing cultural norms, risks alienation and diagnosis of mental disorder.

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Forensic Psychiatry, Race and Culture by Suman Fernando

Through exploration of the history of psychiatry, current clinical issues and present public policy, this book traces the growth of a system in which non-conformity to the prevailing cultural norms, risks alienation and diagnosis of mental disorder.

'This is an inspiring read, and to be highly recommended to anyone working in the field of forensic care at any level, and in primary mental health care' - Mental Health Care

Suman Fernando is Senior Lecturer in Mental Health at the Tizard Centre, University of Kent, and Honorary Consultant Psychiatrst at Chase Farm Hospital, Enfield.,
David Ndegwa is Clinical Director for Forensic Psychiatry at Lambeth Health Care NHS Trust.,
Melba Wilson is Race and Mental Health Adviser to MIND.

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ISBN 13 9780415153225
ISBN 10 0415153220
Title Forensic Psychiatry, Race and Culture
Author Suman Fernando
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published 1998-04-16
Number of pages 308
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.