Posthuman Community Psychology: A Psychology for Marginalised People

Posthuman Community Psychology critically examines mainstream psychology through a posthumanity lens, exploring its relationship with marginalized people, particularly those with disabilities. It argues that psychology has been founded on reductionism and individualism and proposes an innovative, reflective, and relational approach to create a new psychology that empowers and includes. This book is essential for students, academics, professionals, and policy makers interested in understanding the impact of psychology on marginalized communities.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 148 pages
Publication date: 02 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Posthuman Community Psychology is a groundbreaking exploration of mainstream psychology through a critical posthumanity lens, delving into the intricate relationship between psychology and marginalized individuals, particularly those with disabilities. The book argues that the history of modern psychology has been rooted in reductionism and individualism, which have permeated contemporary psychology despite the efforts of critical and community psychologists to advocate for a more empowering, inclusive, and activist approach.

The posthuman community psychology concepts presented in this book engage with mainstream psychology, critical and community psychologies, critical posthumanities, and disability studies to propose an innovative, reflective, and relational new psychology that offers a multitude of possibilities that transcend the traditional ways of thinking about humans and human connections.

In his book, Richards emphasizes that psychology possesses the potential to transform and make a significant impact on the lives of marginalized individuals, but a genuine desire for change from psychologists is paramount for this transformation to occur. Through compelling illustrations and insightful analysis, the book sheds light on the critical considerations that need to be addressed when examining the relationship between psychology and marginalized communities.

This book is an essential read for community psychology students, academics, aspiring professional psychologists, community workers, and policy makers who are interested in understanding the complexities of psychology's role in society and its impact on marginalized individuals. It provides valuable insights and perspectives that can inform and shape the field of community psychology in the years to come.

Weight: 298g
Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367523886