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In an increasingly globalized world, migrants, refugees and asylum seekers show higher than expected rates of mental illness. Black and ethnic minority groups have higher than expected rates of psychiatric disorders and can present in different ways; they thus need special consideration in terms of their mental healthcare. Their idioms of distress and pathways to care often vary compared with the...
Black and ethnic minority groups need special consideration in terms of their mental healthcare. They often present with different idioms of distress and pathways to care. Culture strongly influences presentation, help-seeking and therapeutic alliance. Clinicians dealing with black and ethnic minority groups must therefore use a culturally appropriate approach. This article highlights some of the...
All individuals have cultural identity, but this aspect may be more relevant in patients from black and ethnic minority backgrounds. In this paper, some of the key issues are highlighted and suggestions are made for assessment.
Black and ethnic minority groups have varying needs in terms of their mental health care. They often present with different idioms of distress and also seek help from non-statutory sources. Culture strongly influences presentation, help-seeking and therapeutic alliance. Clinicians dealing with black and ethnic minority groups must approach their care in a culturally appropriate manner. In this paper...
Health care delivery and delivery of psychiatric services must be seen in the context of the social, political and economic climate. Management of patients from black and ethnic minorities is no different from that in majority communities, except that special factors such as impact of migration, racism and language problems must be taken into account. Use of metaphors should not be seen as stigmatizing,...
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