Cross-cultural rehabilitation: an international perspective
Reavitt, R.L. (ed.)
Cross-cultural rehabilitation: an international perspective - London Harcourt Brace and Co.Ltd 1999 - 413p.
Advocates for cross-cultural and international rehabilitation in medical rehabilitation and anthropology. This five part book discusses the need to understand cultural perspectives in dealing with people with disabilities. A universal model of disablement that can be applied across all cultures and social systems is provided along with insights into disability and/or rehabilitation. Examples of qualitative and quantitative research useful in the development of cultural competence by increasing the understanding of particular populations are provided. In its conclusion, the book highlights the theme of this publication which is the concept, nature, and experience of disability that is rooted in culture.Highlights of key points provided at the beginning of each chapter
0-702-022454
Rehabilitation|Cross-Cultural Comparison
GN 378 .L4 1999
Cross-cultural rehabilitation: an international perspective - London Harcourt Brace and Co.Ltd 1999 - 413p.
Advocates for cross-cultural and international rehabilitation in medical rehabilitation and anthropology. This five part book discusses the need to understand cultural perspectives in dealing with people with disabilities. A universal model of disablement that can be applied across all cultures and social systems is provided along with insights into disability and/or rehabilitation. Examples of qualitative and quantitative research useful in the development of cultural competence by increasing the understanding of particular populations are provided. In its conclusion, the book highlights the theme of this publication which is the concept, nature, and experience of disability that is rooted in culture.Highlights of key points provided at the beginning of each chapter
0-702-022454
Rehabilitation|Cross-Cultural Comparison
GN 378 .L4 1999