The homeless person is thought to be different. Whereas we get to determine our difference or sameness, the homeless person's difference is imposed upon them an

The Homeless in Contemporary Society addresses the problems of homelessness in two parts. Part One, Understanding Homelessness, outlines the historical context

The homeless person is thought to be different. Whereas we get to determine our difference or sameness, the homeless person’s difference is imposed upon them

Desjarlais shows us not anonymous faces of the homeless but real people. While it is estimated that 25 percent or more of America's homeless are mentally ill, t