Mental Health in America: A Reference Handbook

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This extensive overview charts the fluctuating course of mental health policy in the United States from colonial times to today. * A summary of court cases demonstrates the impact of legislation on mental health policy in the United States * A detailed chronology of key events, reform movements, legislation, such as the National Mental Health Act of 1946, and landmark research findings

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"highly recommended for all medical and sociology-related collections." - Library Journal "Recommended. Lower-level undergraduates through faculty/researchers; general readers." - Choice "This work is recommended for public, high school, and undergraduate collections." - ARBA

Author Bio

Donna R. Kemp is professor of public administration and MPA Coordinator of the Department of Political Science at California State University, Chico, CA. Her published works include Biomedical Policy and Mental Health and Mental Health in the Workplace: An Employer's and Manager's Guide.