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ABSTRACT Over time, groundbreaking changes in societies’ views and treatment of persons with disabilities, along with significant legislative and policy changes, have impacted the quality of life of African-American families… Click to show full abstract
ABSTRACT Over time, groundbreaking changes in societies’ views and treatment of persons with disabilities, along with significant legislative and policy changes, have impacted the quality of life of African-American families raising children with disabilities. This article presents some of the challenges and inequities faced by African-American families that impact their quality of life using critical race theory (CRT). Also, it reviews results obtained by a study of 123 African-American families raising children with disabilities. The article offers implications for policy and practice and discusses the role for social workers in addressing disparities in healthcare and other areas.
Journal Title: Social Work in Public Health
Year Published: 2019
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