Professor Marian Barnes, professor of social policy in the School of Applied Social Science, has recently co-edited a new book entitled Critical Perspectives on User Involvement.
The book has been published by the Policy Press.
Drawing on contributions from user activists and academic researchers, this topical reader provides a critical stock take of the state of user involvement. It considers different contexts in which such involvement is taking place and includes diverse and sometimes conflicting perspectives on the issues involved. This original and insightful critique will be an important resource for students studying health and social care and social work, researchers and user activists.
"A stimulating book, exploring the origins and rich diversity of service user involvement in health and social care."
Ann Davis, University of Birmingham
"Compulsory reading for anyone who's serious about research or transforming services to deliver authentic person-centred support. This book offers a unique opportunity to learn from the accumulated experience and expertise of leading service user researchers and activists along with practitioner collaborators and academic allies."
Sarah Carr, Social Care Institute for Excellence, London and Staffordshire University
For further details on Critical Perspectives on User Involvement, see the publisher's website.
