Sociology of Mental Health - (Hardback or Cased Book)

Sociology of Mental Health, 4th Edition offers a comprehensive introduction to the impact of social forces on mental health. Fully updated throughout, it features eleven new chapters on such topics as immigration, the work-family interface, and LGBTQ+ mental health. Part I addresses the central theoretical developments in the sociology of mental health. Part II examines the social context of mental health, including the social structures, statuses, and positions that affect mental health. Part III moves to the system level, focusing on the structural forces that shape mental health care. Each chapter is written by leading scholars who have defined our understanding of the relationship between mental health and society. This book is designed for mental health students, educators, researchers, and providers, serving as an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand mental health and mental health delivery systems.

• | Author: Teresa L. Scheid
• | Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• | Publication Date: Jul 24, 2025
• | Number of Pages: 00635 pages
• | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
• | ISBN-10: 1009414941
• | ISBN-13: 9781009414944