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The invisible visibles: a study of the needs of the homeless and mentally ill in Guyana
- Authors:
- LEE Judith A.B., ODIE-ALI Stella, BOTSKO Michael
- Journal article citation:
- International Social Work, 43(2), April 2000, pp.163-178.
- Publisher:
- Sage
This study explores the needs of the homeless and mentally ill in the heavily populated coastal area of Guyana. The process, findings and implications of this international social work collaboration are discussed. Many of the respondents have coexisting mental and substance abuse disorders. Living on the street is associated with serious physical health problems and violent victimisation. Loss of family support precipitates homelessness for respondents, who summarise their needs as a home, a meal and a job.
Meeting the needs of ethnic minority children: a handbook for professionals
- Editors:
- DWIVEDI Kedar Nath, VARMA Ved Prakash
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 1996
- Pagination:
- 205p.,bibliogs.
- Place of publication:
- London
Multidisciplinary book looking at health, education and welfare of children from black and minority ethnic communities. Includes chapters on: West Indian children and education; anti-racist strategies for educational performance; adoption of children from minority groups; residential care; health needs; psychiatric needs; and family therapy.