The first interdisciplinary book taking a contextual approach to the developing health needs of women with intellectual disabilities. It considers the social, economic and political contexts of health promotion. Its concise but comprehensive evidence base makes it a unique, reliable source for a wide readership.
Editorial Reviews
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“This book is essential reading for professionals in the field, and for anyone wishing to inform himself or herself about this important area.
“If it is true that ‘quality of life is as important as its length’, then this book is important for everyone interested in healthy ageing. Buy it, read it, refer to it and reflect on it.
“The book provides a global perspective; it taps on the research and wisdom of the leaders in research in the field… and it prompts the inclusion of the health of women with disabilities on the human rights agenda.” Frontline on Learning Disability, October 2002
“For professionals working in this field, or those researching discrimination against women and the disabled, this is an invaluable resource.” Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal (HCPJ)October 2002
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The first interdisciplinary book taking a contextual approach to the developing health needs of women with intellectual disabilities. It considers the social, economic and political contexts of health promotion. Its concise but comprehensive evidence base makes it a unique, reliable source for a wide readership.
About the Author
Patricia Noonan-Walsh is the editor of Health of Women with Intellectual Disabilities, published by Wiley.
Patricia Walsh is the editor of Health of Women with Intellectual Disabilities, published by Wiley.
Tamar Heller is the editor of Health of Women with Intellectual Disabilities, published by Wiley.
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