Social Class and Classism in the Helping Professions - Research, Theory, and Practice (Paperback)

The impact of social class and classism on mental health functioning crosses racial, ethnic, and social lines and significantly contributes to our overall well-being. Any attempt to understand individuals must include an understanding of how economic issues and class have contributed to their difficulties. In Social Class and Classism in the Helping Professions, author William Ming Liu presents theory and research on the impact of classism and social class on mental health. He provides an original framework the Social Class Worldview Model for exploring each person's individual and subjective life experiences. These experiences form a perspective that is unique to the individual. The author then helps the reader integrate this realization into the study of poverty, economic inequality, wealth, and the often overlooked implications of greed, materialism, and consumerism for a more complete understanding of social class and classism. Key Features Liu's original Social Class Worldview Model Revised provides a theoretical framework for integrating each individual's reaction to social class and classism experiences and addressing that worldview within counseling and psychology work. An Implications for Practice section at the end of many chapters helps professionals recognize ways to interpret and frame each client's experiences and how to use that knowledge compassionately and effectively. Readers receive guidance in additional ways to act as advocates for their clients regardless of affluence through a study of privilege, social justice, empowerment, and competence. Intended Audience This text is intended as a supplement for graduate and advanced undergraduate courses that address psychological and counseling theories, multicultural counseling, and research in the helping professions. These courses may be found in departments of counseling, rehabilitation, psychology, education, nursing, and social work.

General

Imprint:	Sage Publications Ltd
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	October 2010
First published:	August 2010
Authors:	William Ming Liu
Dimensions:	228 x 152 x 14mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	320
ISBN-13:	978-1-4129-7251-2
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social work > Counselling Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social groups & communities > Social classes > General
LSN:	1-4129-7251-5
Barcode:	9781412972512

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