Examining mothers of newly diagnosed disabled children within the context of new reproductive technologies and the discourse of choice, this book uses anthropology and disability studies to revise the concept of "normal" and to establish a social environment in which the expression of full lives will prevail.
| ISBN: | 9780415917889 |
| Publication date: | 29th July 2014 |
| Author: | Gail H Landsman |
| Publisher: | Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 276 pages |
| Genres: |
Regional / International studies Feminism and feminist theory Gender studies: women and girls Sociology: family and relationships Birthing methods Disability: social aspects Health, illness and addiction: social aspects Social and cultural anthropology Social work Personal and public health / health education Medical sociology Development studies |