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020			_a0-702-022454
050			_aGN 378 .L4 1999
100			_aReavitt, R.L. (ed.)
245		0	_aCross-cultural rehabilitation: an international perspective
260			_aLondon _bHarcourt Brace and Co.Ltd _c1999
300			_a413p.
500			_aAdvocates 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
650			_aRehabilitation|Cross-Cultural Comparison
942			_2lcc _cBK
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