
Aliens and Alienists: Ethnic Minorities and Psychiatry
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History
Health & Wellness
Formaat
Hardcover
Pagina's
334
Taal
Engels
Gepubliceerd
Jan 1, 1989
Uitgever
Unwin Hyman
Editie
Subsequent
ISBN-10
0044453175
ISBN-13
9780044453178
Beschrijving
This thought-provoking work delves into the intersection of psychiatry and ethnic diversity, highlighting the often-overlooked perspectives of minority groups within mental health frameworks. Maurice Lipsedge and Roland Littlewood explore how different cultural backgrounds can influence the experience, understanding, and treatment of mental health issues. They emphasize the importance of recognizing cultural contexts in psychiatric practice, offering insight into how societal factors contribute to the mental health landscape.
Through in-depth analysis and case studies, the authors address the biases present in traditional psychiatric approaches and advocate for more inclusive practices that respect and understand the diverse backgrounds of patients. They examine the implications of social stigma, cultural misunderstandings, and varying beliefs about mental illness, elaborating on how these elements shape both the practitioner’s and the patient's experience.
By bridging the gap between psychiatric theory and the realities faced by ethnic minorities, this work seeks to encourage a more equitable and comprehensive approach to mental health care. It is a vital resource for professionals in the field, as well as anyone interested in the critical dialogue surrounding culture, psychiatry, and social justice.
Through in-depth analysis and case studies, the authors address the biases present in traditional psychiatric approaches and advocate for more inclusive practices that respect and understand the diverse backgrounds of patients. They examine the implications of social stigma, cultural misunderstandings, and varying beliefs about mental illness, elaborating on how these elements shape both the practitioner’s and the patient's experience.
By bridging the gap between psychiatric theory and the realities faced by ethnic minorities, this work seeks to encourage a more equitable and comprehensive approach to mental health care. It is a vital resource for professionals in the field, as well as anyone interested in the critical dialogue surrounding culture, psychiatry, and social justice.
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