Culturally deviant. Possessed by the devil. Sick. Genetically disturbed. Biochemically imbalanced. Throughout American history, attitudes toward mental illness have vacillated from sympathy and support to disdain and neglect. Numerous Americans from all walks of life are diagnosed with a mental health condition each year. Why are the attention and resources allotted to this policy area disproportionately low?
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.
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