{"product_id":"experiencing-disability-stigma-in-ghana-impact-on-individuals-and-caregivers-9781666905809","title":"Experiencing Disability Stigma in Ghana: Impact on Individuals and Caregivers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eExperiencing Disability Stigma in Ghana: Impact on Individuals and Caregivers explores the roots of disability stigma and discrimination in Ghana, its social and economic impact, and the inclusion of caregivers' voices. It offers new data and analysis through rich and detailed firsthand narratives and recommendations for enhanced policy and practices to reduce stigma and improve the lives and livelihoods of Ghanaians with disabilities. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 166 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 08 January 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExperiencing Disability Stigma in Ghana: Impact on Individuals and Caregivers delves into the origins of disability stigma and discrimination in Ghana, examining their social and economic impact on individuals with disabilities and their caregivers. Magnus Mfoafo-MCarthy, Jeff Grischow, and Festus Moasun present interviews with individuals with disabilities and caregivers, highlighting the challenges they face. The inclusion of caregivers is crucial, as they often bear significant burdens but are often overlooked in research. The interviews explore the socio-economic consequences of disability and mental illness in Ghana, their implications for social work practice, and the public policy implications of this research. The book offers valuable insights through firsthand narratives and provides recommendations for improved policies and practices to reduce stigma and enhance the lives and livelihoods of Ghanaians with disabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 400g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 159 x 236 x 19 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781666905809\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Magnus Mfoafo-M’Carthy,Jeff Grischow,Festus Moasun","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":47481972424954,"sku":"9781666905809","price":80.33,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/files\/1751649575676_book.jpg?v=1751752583","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/experiencing-disability-stigma-in-ghana-impact-on-individuals-and-caregivers-9781666905809","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}