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DISABILITY: A Diversity Model Approach in Human Service Practice

Second Edition

Romel W. Mackelprang, Eastern Washington University
Richard O. Salsgiver, California State University, Fresno

Disability: A Diversity Model Approach in Human Service Practice, 2e, is a must read for all human service practitioners who serve clients with disabilities. This sensitive and detailed book highlights a strengths-based social model that emphasizes diversity, identity, and empowerment. Mackelprang and Salsgiver use clinical practice and social advocacy to provide practical solutions to combat stereotypes.

Features

Combines an understanding of the common issues those with disabilities face with a clear prescription for professional assessment
Approaches disability from a social perspective recognizing people with disabilities are capable, have potential, and are important members of society
Provides in-depth personal narratives by those living with disability
Includes thought-provoking side bars that ask readers to consider the implications of their reactions to disability

Contents

Preface

Part I – Context for Practice

1	The Meanings and History of Disability in Society Disability in History Disability Identity as Minority Identity Common Stereotypical Attitudes toward Persons with Disabilities Disability as Diversity The Power of Language Disability Language in Contemporary Society Summary Personal Narrative: Judy Heumann

2	Human Development and Disability Traditional Developmental Theories Theories of Adaptation to Disability Developmental Theory in the Context of Disability Theories of Human Development Related to Identity Social-Ecological Model of Human Development Summary Personal Narrative: Bill Hyatt

3	Traditional Approaches to Disability The Moral Model The Medical Model Ableism and Oppression Summary Personal Narrative: Abby Kovalsky

4	Disability Culture Culture Culture and Oppression Minority Status and Culture Development of Disability Culture Disability Culture and Liberation Advocacy and Cultural Development Summary

5	Disability Laws, Policies, and Civil Rights Disability Laws and Policies throughout History Disability Rights as Civil Rights The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 Disability Laws in Multiple Countries Contemporary International Approaches to Disability Summary

Part II – Disability Groupings

6	Mobility Disabilities Congenital Disabilities Acquired Mobility-Related Disabilities Common Issues Unique Concerns Summary Personal Narrative: Karen Pendleton

7	Deafness and Hearing Impairments Terminology Deaf Culture Language Family Relationships Education Hearing Families of Deaf Children Multiculturalism Hard-of-Hearing People Late-Onset Deafness Summary Personal Narrative: Martha Sheridan

8	Visual Disabilities Causes of Blindness and Visual Impairment Social Stigma The Consequences of Stereotyping What Can Persons Who Are Blind Really Do? The Issue of Preferential Treatment Persons Who Are Blind and Deaf Summary Personal Narrative: Brenda Premo

9	Developmental Disabilities Intellectual Disability (Mental Retardation) Down Syndrome Autism Seizure Disorders (Epilepsy) The Right to Be Me Summary Personal Narrative: Resa Hayes

10	Mental Health Disabilities Major Mental Illness Classifications Social Contexts of Defining Mental Health Disabilities Historical Aspects of Mental Health Disabilities Language, Meaning, and Mental Health Disability Living with a Mental Health Disability Summary Personal Narrative: Donna Orrin

11	Cognitive Disabilities Learning Disabilities Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Traumatic Brain Injury Psychosocial Consequences of Cognitive Disabilities Summary Personal Narrative: Kevin Shirey

12	Health-Related Disabilities Infectious Conditions Cancers Autoimmune Conditions Cardiovascular Conditions Summary Personal Narrative: Danny Teachmann

Part III – Human Service Practice Framework

13	Assessment in Practice Professional Assessments/Evaluations as Products Pathology and Assessment Medical and Social Models of Assessment Social-Ecological Assessment Universal Design and Universal Access Summary

14	Models of Practice Models of Practice in Human Service Provision The Strengths Approach and Positive Psychology Empowerment Case Management The Independent Living Model Summary

15	Practice Guidelines Integrating a Positive Disability Identity Human Service Practice Functions The Human Service Practitioner as Counselor The Human Service Practitioner as Teacher/Consultant The Human Service Practitioner as Broker The Human Service Professional as Political/Policy Activist Case Examples Summary

About the Authors

Romel W. Mackelprang (DSW, MSW, University of Utah) is the director of the Center for Disability Studies and Universal Access at Eastern Washington University where he has been a social work professor since 1987. Active in disability rights since 1980, he continues to be involved in the independent living movement. He is committed to inclusive policies in which disability is considered integral to diversity in society.

Richard O. Salsgiver (PhD, Carnegie-Mellon University) teaches both Social Work and Rehabilitation at California State University, Fresno. Born with cerebral palsy, he has dedicated his academic career to research and teaching concerning issues around disability and the American culture. His philosophy concerning disability comes out of The Independent Living Movement where he played a key role along with leaders including Judy Heumann, Ed Roberts, June Kailes, and Brenda Premo.

2009, Paper, 488 Pages, ISBN 978-1-933478-59-3, Price $68.95