Sara Ashencaen Crabtree Knihy

The book explores the evolution of psychiatric services and policies in Malaysia, highlighting parallels with Western developments. It critically examines the gap between international discourse on service-user empowerment and its limited adoption in Malaysia, suggesting that while progress has been made, there is still significant work needed to fully integrate these concepts into the Malaysian mental health framework.

Focusing on the intersection of historical and global changes, this volume presents a historiographic study of twentieth-century Methodist missionary work, emphasizing women's active roles in expressing their faith. Utilizing a wealth of unpublished original material from before the 1940s to the present, it sheds light on the unique contributions and experiences of women within this religious movement, providing valuable insights into their impact on both the church and society.

Through in-depth interviews with women of faith from Malaysia and Britain, the book offers a rich exploration of diverse religious expressions among women. It highlights the multi-faith and multicultural perspectives, providing a comparative analysis of their experiences and beliefs. The qualitative research sheds light on the unique challenges and insights these women face within their spiritual practices, fostering a deeper understanding of their roles in both cultural and religious contexts.

This unique textbook enables social work practitioners to gain a deeper understanding of how Islamic principles inform and influence the lives of Muslim populations.