Posthuman Community Psychology is an exploration of mainstream
psychology through a critical posthumanity perspective, examining
psychology’s place in the world and its relationship with
marginalised people, with a focus on people with disabilities. The
book argues that the history of modern psychology is underpinned by
reductionism and individualism, which is embedded within the
contemporary psychology that we know today despite the challenges from
critical and community psychologists who seek a more empowering,
inclusive, and activist psychology. The posthuman community psychology
ideas that emerge in this book examine and intersect with mainstream
psychology, critical and community psychologies, critical
posthumanities and disability studies to propose an imaginative,
reflective, and relational new psychology that represents a collection
of possibilities that do not remain entrenched in older ways of
thinking about humans and human connections. Richards proposes that
psychology has the potential to evolve and make a powerful and
profound difference for marginalised people, but a genuine desire for
change from psychologists is essential for this to happen.
Illustrating the important considerations needed when examining the
relationship between the discipline of psychology and marginalised
people, this book is fascinating reading for community psychology
students and academics, aspiring professional psychologists, community
workers, and policy makers.
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A Psychology for Marginalised People
Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781000864687
Publisert
2023
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Utgiver
Vendor
Routledge
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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