Ian Cummins Libri

The book critically examines the impact of neoliberalism and austerity on social work, utilizing theories from Bourdieu and Wacquant to highlight the consequences of these economic policies. It advocates for a shift back to relational and community-based practices in social work, emphasizing the importance of social connections and support systems in addressing contemporary challenges. Through this analysis, it seeks to redefine the role of social work in a changing socio-economic landscape.

This book examines the media and cultural responses to the awful crimes of Brady and Hindley, whose murders provided a template for future media reporting on serial killers.

The book explores Marx and Engels' perspectives on national movements and their impact on socialism, emphasizing their belief that national aspirations do not always align with socialist goals. It examines their responses to various movements across regions such as Ireland, India, Poland, China, Russia, and the United States, drawing from their journalism, speeches, and correspondence. By analyzing previously dispersed material, the study offers a coherent view of how they assessed each national struggle's potential to influence the prospects of a proletarian revolution.

Focusing on the evolution of mental health services, the book examines the political, economic, and bureaucratic influences that have shaped contemporary community care. It critiques current practices while revisiting the foundational principles of early community care. By analyzing past and present challenges, it aims to identify sustainable solutions for improving mental health services, making it a valuable resource for students, educators, and researchers in social work and mental health fields.

The book examines the experiences of people with mental health problems across all stages of the Criminal Justice System.

A history of critical psychiatry that also acts as a call for a new approach to mental health services.

This much-needed book calls for a return to mental health social work that has personal relationships and an emotional connection between workers and those experiencing distress at its core.

Police officers deal with mental illness-related incidents on an almost daily basis. Ian Cummins explores the policy failures that have led to this situation, and considers how the individuals in police officers' care should be supported by community mental health agencies.

From Margaret Thatcher's first government to austerity politics, Ian Cummins traces changing attitudes to imprisonment and the social state. With fresh insights and critical thinking, he demonstrates how increasingly punitive approaches to crime and welfare have shaped the neoliberal economy and created stigma around those living in poverty.