Culture Knowledge And Taijin Kyofusho
Due to the increasing diversity of the US population, it is vital for clinicians to possess the skills to work effectively with clients of different cultures (Ramirez & Smith, 2007). Earlier studies also recognise the importance of considering a client's culture during evaluation and treatment (Lopez & Hernandez, 1986, 1987; Ramirex, Wassef, Paniagua, & Linksey, 1996; Ramirez, Wassef, Paniagua, Linskey, & O'Boyle, 1994, as cited in Ramirez & Smith). This paper will begin by addressing the importance of gaining knowledge of cultures different from one's own. Followed by, ways a clinician could increase their knowledge to achieve an understanding of cultural diversity. Lastly, Taijin Kyofusho, a culture- bound syndrome will be introduced along with reasons why this syndrome could be perceived as different DSM-IV-TR (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental disorders, 4th edition Text Revision) diagnoses.
Understanding a client's culture is important because failure to do so during......
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