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Childhood Disability in a Multicultural Society
Childhood Disability in a Multicultural Society Author:Barry Jones People from different cultural backgrounds prefer to adhere to their own religious beliefs which could restrict treatment options leading to the detriment of health, especially if it involves the health of a disabled child. This comprehensive but concise guide highlights the problems faced in managing the care of children with disabilities from ... more »different cultural backgrounds. It examines the problems inherent in the medical, social and educational management of children with developmental disability in populations whose value systems differ from other cultures. In particular it considers how care may be varied according to cultural background without compromising its quality. It also considers the competing interests of the different stakeholders and offers practical advice on how to balance them. This text should be of interest to all healthcare professionals including doctors, nurses, managers, practice teams in primary care, policy makers and shapers and patients' organizations.« less