Diversity and Visual Impairment: The Influence of Race, Gender, Religion, and Ethnicity on the Individual

Pertinent, compelling information for anyone working with, conducting research on, or involved with people with visual impairments. This book discusses how cultural, social, and religious factors play an important role in the way an individual perceives and copes with a visual impairment. Using vignettes and quotes from visually impaired people themselves, this book offers an insightful look into how members of specific groups regard and deal with visual impairment and how their perspectives can affect their self-esteem and social relationships, as well as service delivery by professionals.