Culture, Ethnicity, and Mental IllnessAlbert Gaw American Psychiatric Press, 1993 - 640 pages The book provides a cultural framework in the psychiatric care of a variety of groups in the United States, including African Americans, American Indians, Alaska Natives, Asian Americans, Hispanics, women, elderly people, and gay men and lesbians. Eight glossaries of ethnic terms, including foreign language characters, are included. |
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Page 378
... Spanish used military recruits from one area to subdue resistance or insurgency in another area of the country . This strategy not only facilitated control but also promoted regionalism and mutual distrust among the in- habitants ...
... Spanish used military recruits from one area to subdue resistance or insurgency in another area of the country . This strategy not only facilitated control but also promoted regionalism and mutual distrust among the in- habitants ...
Page 454
... Spanish - speaking staff are available at all levels of care . However , many facilities may not have this luxury and may want to develop a Hispanic , Latino , Mexican American , or Spanish - speaking component . In hospitals , these ...
... Spanish - speaking staff are available at all levels of care . However , many facilities may not have this luxury and may want to develop a Hispanic , Latino , Mexican American , or Spanish - speaking component . In hospitals , these ...
Page 468
... Spanish citizens . In addition , a university was founded , and tariffs on machinery and tools were dropped . By the 19th century , Puerto Rican trade had grown significantly , partly because in 1824 Puerto Rican harbors were conceded ...
... Spanish citizens . In addition , a university was founded , and tariffs on machinery and tools were dropped . By the 19th century , Puerto Rican trade had grown significantly , partly because in 1824 Puerto Rican harbors were conceded ...
Contents
Theoretical Considerations | 3 |
Practical Considerations | 49 |
Simons M D M A | 75 |
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American Psychiatric Press Review of Psychiatry, Volume 12 Michelle B. Riba,Allan Tasman No preview available - 1993 |
Assessing and Treating Culturally Diverse Clients: A Practical Guide Freddy A. Paniagua No preview available - 2005 |