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Routledge Trauma and Mental Health Social Work With Urban Populations 1st Edition 2021 Softbound by Rhonda Wells-Wilbon , Anthony Estreet
Addressing the social problems associated with trauma and mental health amongst African Americans in urban environments, this book uses an African-centered lens to critique the most common practice models and interventions currently employed by social workers in the field. _x000D__x000D_Divided into four parts and grounded in traditional African cultural values, it argues that basic key values in a new clinical model for mental health diagnosis are: _x000D__x000D__x000D__x000D__x000D__x000D__x000D_A spiritual component_x000D_Collective/group approach _x000D_Focus on wholeness_x000D_Oneness with Nature_x000D_Emphasis on truth, justice, balance, harmony, reciprocity, righteousness, and order_x000D__x000D_Being free from racism, sexism, classism, and other forms of oppression, this African-centered approach is crucial for working with people of African origin who experience daily "trauma" through adverse living conditions. _x000D__x000D_This book will be key reading on any practice and direct service course at both BSW and MSW level and will be a useful supplement on clinical courses as well as those aimed at working with diverse populations and those living in urban environments._x000D_