About this Book

The professions that are designed to help others are often deeply ingrained with a pervasive deficit perspective that may hinder the potential for people who have been historically marginalized to achieve positive outcomes and may, in unintentionally, perpetuate marginalization and limit success. Reconstructing Perceptions of Systemically Marginalized Groups, edited by Leslie Ponciano, offers a transformative solution by applying a strengths-based approach to research, theory, and practice. Challenging the prevailing mindset, this book empowers professionals in various fields to create empowering environments that recognize the value of individuals and promote positive outcomes.

Covering a wide range of topics, from childhood adversity to media influence and vocational training, this comprehensive resource equips academic scholars with practical insights and strategies to challenge prevailing narratives and promote inclusivity. By embracing the strengths-based approach outlined in this book, professionals can actively contribute to dismantling the deficit perspective, paving the way for a more equitable and empowering future for people who have been historically marginalized.