The Emergence of Women into the 21st Century

by Munhall, Patricia L.; Fitzsimons, Virginia Macken

• ISBN13: 9780887376627
• ISBN10: 0887376622
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1995-08-01
• Publisher: Natl League for Nursing Pr

Summary

On the verge of entering the 21st century, women today are living in an age of restlessness and flux. This outstanding interdisciplinary compilation links post-modern perspectives on women's development and potential with health, political contexts, relationships, culture, age, education, social conditions, and economic status. A diverse group of writers offer their insights and ideas for improving the condition of all human beings through the augmentation of women's potential. More than a cursory view of women's experiences, this remarkable book examines contemporary issues in the context of actual events and milestones that have affected or will affect every woman today, In the 21st century, and beyond.   There are three titles in the Emergence series: The Emergence of Women into the 21st Century  (ISBN: 0887376622) the Emergence of Family into the 21st Century  (ISBN: 0763711055) the Emergence of Man into the 21st Century  (ISBN: 0763711721)

Table of Contents

Women Who Immigrate Poverty, Hunger, and Homelessness

World Starvation and Our Moral Bankruptcy In Another Backyard

A Primary Care Nursing Center Without Walls Violence Against

Women in Armed Conflicts

Genocide in Bosnia Cancer of Violence

Power Differentials and Family Values

Women and AIDS Assessing Well

Women's Health: A Holistic Multidimensional Focus

Culture and Personal Meanings

Women in Relationships Mother's Feelings on Kangaroo

Care for their Pre-Term Infants

The Quilt of Spirituality: Older Women's Experiences

The New Millennium Woman Mentoring, Empowerment, and Success

Notes Toward the Valorization of a Cultural Image

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