Publication

Towards a Comprehensive Social Welfare System

Authors(s)

Gholamreza Ansari, Ne’mat Babaei, Mohammad-Taqi Joghtaei, Ali Chabok, Emran Mohammad-Razaqi, Hassan Rafiei, Maryam Sharifian Thani, Reza Fekri, Mohammad-Ali Talebi, Seyed-Morteza Fathi, Hossein Kakooei, Mohammad Kamali, Saeed Madani

Year

2000

This book compiles a series of reports and documents prepared by managers and experts of the State Welfare Organization to articulate the foundations of a “comprehensive social welfare system” in Iran. It reviews national welfare concepts, evaluates existing structures, and presents proposed models developed during the formulation of the Third Development Plan. The text outlines major welfare indicators, policy orientations, comparative perspectives on welfare systems, and the results of expert surveys that informed the final proposed legislative framework. Overall, the book aims to strengthen knowledge and strategic insight in the field of social welfare and to support national efforts toward an integrated welfare system.

Foundations of Rehabilitation

Year

1378

The introductory text explains that rehabilitation has undergone major conceptual changes in recent decades, shifting from a narrow focus on maximizing individual functional ability to a broader social perspective emphasizing participation and empowerment. The book presents modern rehabilitation approaches that frame disability as a social issue shaped by environmental, cultural, and structural barriers. It discusses historical developments, definitions of disability, service models, prevalence and causes of disability, and the stages of rehabilitation service delivery. It also highlights global initiatives, community based rehabilitation, and the role of self advocacy organizations in promoting inclusion and equal opportunities.

Introduction to Neuropsychology (Pi Psychology)

Authors(s)

Farid Fadaei

Year

1377

The book outlines historical developments in brain localization, the evolution of neuropsychological theory, and the relationship between psychological functions and neural structures. It presents foundational concepts, cognitive function mapping, neurophysiological aspects of psychiatric disorders, and practical approaches to neuropsychological assessment. Emphasizing both scientific rigor and clinical relevance, the text serves as a foundational resource for students and professionals in behavioral neuroscience fields.