Cultural Sensitivity in Child and Adolescent Mental Health

Download or read book Cultural Sensitivity in Child and Adolescent Mental Health written by Ranna Parekh and published by Mgh Psychiatry Academy. This book was released on 2015-11-01 with total page 472 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Race and ethnicity. Genes. Community. Religion. Gender. Sexuality. Just a few of the factors that contribute to the mental health and wellness of children and adolescents. Yet the impacts of these important traits vary widely by culture. The insights in this book help you understand the many cultural influences on mental health and wellness in young people. Given America's increasing diversity, the knowledge in these chapters translates into cutting-edge clinical practice, teaching and research.