Living with Mental Illness in a Globalised World

Living with Mental Illness in a Globalised World systematically examines the manifold contributions to the burdens of living with mental illness in a developing and globalised world. It explores the stigma of mental illness, the burden of which compares to the symptoms of and is sometimes considered more disabling than the illness itself. The book starts by reviewing the socio-psychological and cultural processes that contribute to stigma and providing evidence-based interventions to combat it.

Key Features

• Critically investigates ideological and instrumental barriers to mental healthcare.
• Establishes that understanding conceptualisations of mental illness is key to addressing underutilisation of services.
• Makes a compelling case for a complementary healthcare model sensitive to spiritual and cultural needs.
• Specific examination of mental healthcare in African countries highlights inequities faced by Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic groups.

Additional Information

Chapters provide evidence-based interventions to combat stigma and explore the burden of mental illness. This timely piece assists mental health professionals in improving mental healthcare delivery to underserved groups.