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Human Services Library Resources

Library Resources

Understanding the Lived Experiences of Autistic Adults by Susan L. Gabel (Series edited by); Sneha Kohli Mathur; Adam Paul Valerius; Scot Danforth (Series edited by)
Call Number: HV1570.23 .M37 2023

ISBN: 9781433199196

Publication Date: 2023-01-25

Research related to transition and support needs for autistic adults remains limited. The purpose of this study was to understand the hopes, dreams, aspirations, challenges, and lived experiences of autistic adults. Academic literature has largely emphasized autism as a medical deficit, and use of first-person narratives to understand needs of people on the autism spectrum is rare. To fill this gap, this narrative study was conducted through a social model of disability lens and centered voices of autistic individuals. This research recognized that only someone who is autistic can be considered a true expert on autism; thus, it is imperative researchers consult with and collaborate with autistic individuals to develop the most useful support services possible. By including autistic people in research design, implementation, and support services, academics and therapists can learn from the neurodivergent about problems that the social and cultural worlds present them with, thereby moving toward a more socially just society. This study included both academic literature and autobiographies written by autistic authors.
Pathological by Sarah Fay
Call Number: RC464.F39 A3 2022

ISBN: 9780063068681

Publication Date: 2022-03-29

In this stunning debut--both a memoir and a work of investigative journalism--writer Sarah Fay explores the ways we pathologize human experiences. Over thirty years, doctors diagnosed Sarah Fay with six different mental illnesses--anorexia, major depressive disorder (MDD), anxiety disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and bipolar disorder. Pathological is the gripping story of what it was like to live with those diagnoses, and the crippling impact each had on her life. It is also a rigorous investigation into the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)--psychiatry's "bible," the manual from which all mental illness diagnoses come.

Suggested Search Terms

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human services
social work

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"social work" OR "mental health counseling"
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Suggested Call Number Ranges

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RA790-790.95 Mental health. Mental illness prevention
HV40-69 Social Service. Social Work. Charity Organization & Practice

Library of Congress Subject Heading List

L.C. Subject Headings for Human Services

eBook Access

eBook Central

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Gale eBooks

(Gale) - Explore this database of encyclopedias and reference sources within the Gale eBooks platform. For multidisciplinary research.

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O'Reilly for Higher Education

(ProQuest) - Addressing today’s most important business and technology issues, O'Reilly delivers instant, reliable answers to both students and researchers.

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Salem Press: Literature, History, Health, Science, Careers

(Salem Press) - Online access to Salem Press award-winning, historical reference.

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Academic Search Complete

(EBSCO) - Academic Search Complete, designed specifically for academic institutions, is the world's most valuable and comprehensive scholarly, multi-disciplinary full-text database.
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Child Development and Adolescent Studies

(EBSCO) - This bibliographic database is today's source for references to the current and historical literature related to growth and development of children through the age of 21.

Funded by College (FLVC Group License)
CINAHL Ultimate (EBSCO)

(EBSCO) CINAHL Ultimate offers full-text access with over 50 nursing specialties. It features full-text quick lessons, evidence-based care sheets, continuing education modules, nursing instructional videos, and more.
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Education Source

(EBSCO) - The extensive collection includes full text on topics for all levels of education from early childhood to higher education and also includes educational specialties such as multilingual education, health education and testing.

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JSTOR Archival Journals and Primary Sources Collection

(JSTOR) - Access to back issues of core journals in the humanities, social sciences, and sciences. Over 700 titles available.
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PsycArticles

(EBSCO) - Provides full-text, peer-reviewed scholarly and scientific articles in psychology.
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Psychology (Gale OneFile)

(Gale) - Psychology Collection provides access to academic journals and magazines that cover the study of emotions, personality, and the human mind.
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Funded by State Library of Florida (FEL)
Research Library

(ProQuest) - From business and political science to literature and psychology, this product provides one-stop access to a wide range of popular academic subjects.

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Sage Journals

(Sage Publications) - Contains journals spanning the Humanities, Social Sciences, and Science, Technology, and Medicine.

Funded by Statewide Allocation

Columbia journal of law and social problems (Online) Columbia University, School of Law.
ISSN: 0010-1923
Journal of health and human services administration (Online)
ISSN: 2168-5509; ISSN: 1079-3739
Journal of human services: training, research, and practice.
ISSN: 2472-131X
Journal of social issues (Online). Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues, issuing body.
ISSN: 1540-4560
Journal of sociology and social welfare. Western Michigan University. School of Social Work; Western Michigan University. College of Health and Human Services
ISSN: 0191-5096
Social policy (Online) Social Policy Corporation: Organize Training Center; American Institute for Social Justice
ISSN: 1944-9216; ISSN: 0037-7783
Social Problems (Online) Society for the Study of Social Problems.
ISSN: 1533-8533; ISSN: 0037-7791
Social work (New York, N.Y.) National Association of Social Workers.
ISSN: 1545-6846; ISSN: 0037-8046

Films on Demand

(Films Media Group) - Streaming video from large and small production companies covering a wide range of subjects to enhance college courses.

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ICE Video Library

(International Clinical Educators) - The ICE Video Library includes 185+ short videos with a wide range of diagnoses.

Funded by College

Human Services Weblinks

Weblinks

U. S. Department of Health and Human Services
This mission of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is to enhance the health and well-being of all Americans, HHS' programs and services are administered by the Office of the Secretary Staff Divisions, Operating Divisions, and Regional Offices.
U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division- Disability Rights Section (ADA)
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects people with disabilities from discrimination. This website has information for people with disabilities, state and local governments, and businesses
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services- Administration for Children and Families
The Administration for Children & Families promotes the economic and social well-being of families, children, individuals and communities through a range of educational and supportive programs in partnership with states, tribes, and community organizations.
U.S. Dept. of Labor- Office of Disability Employment Policy
The U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) provides resources and support for employers and individuals to promote inclusive and accessible workplaces.
Health Resources and Services Administration
The Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) provides access to affordable health services, supports maternal and child health, and strengthens the healthcare workforce in underserved communities.
National Institutes of Health
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) advances medical research, supports public health initiatives, and provides resources for scientific discovery and healthcare improvement.
Methadone Clinics in Florida - Directory
The Methadone Clinics website provides information and resources for methadone maintenance treatment to support recovery from opiate addiction in Florida.
National Institute of Mental Health
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) provides comprehensive information on various mental disorders, treatments, and research, aiming to enhance understanding and support for mental health.
National Institute on Aging
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) provides comprehensive information on various mental disorders, treatments, and research, aiming to enhance understanding and support for mental health.
Rehab Centers in Jacksonville Florida
Rehab.com helps individuals find and compare drug and alcohol rehab centers in Jacksonville, Florida, offering various treatment options and payment methods.
National Institute on Drug Abuse
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) supports scientific research on drug use and addiction, offering resources on prevention, treatment, and harm reduction.