Author:
O'Brien, Gerald, 1958- author.
ImprintNew York, NY : Oxford University Press, [2023]
Descriptionxi, 135 pages ; 24 cm
Note:Meta-messages and a tale of two policy statements -- A brief history of eugenic control -- Eugenics and persons with disabilities -- The eugenic movement and the social work profession -- Social work and contemporary bioethical debates -- The role of the social model of disability in the bioethics debate -- Implications for the social work profession.
Bibliography Note:Includes bibliographical references (pages 113-129) and index.
Note:"Over the course of the past few decades there have been two important developments within American society that have had profound impact on both the disability and social work communities. First, genetic research, as well as policy and practice innovations based on this research, has expanded greatly over the past few decades. This is indicated, for example, by the mapping of the human genome in 2003, an expansion of prenatal genetic testing and counseling options, efforts to tailor drug regimens based on one's genetic make-up, popular genetic ancestry and medical testing services, and potential in-roads to genetic engineering, along with a host of other bio-genetic research innovations. The second important development has been the growth of the disability rights movement, which in many ways parallels the civil rights campaigns of other "minority" groups. Importantly, the coexistence of these two developments poses intriguing challenges for social work that the profession has yet to address in a meaningful way. Moreover, coming to term with these issues is especially important for social work professionals in our crucial role as advocates for marginalized or de-valued populations."-- Provided by publisher.
