Culture And Mental Health Flashcards
1
Q
Explain the importance of culture in our lives?
A
Culture affects our views on life experiences, interpretation and the outcomes of various mental disorders.
2
Q
What 2 worlds does the practice of mental health Consider?
A
The clients and practioners
3
Q
How do mental disorders affect different cultures?
A
All cultures experience mental disorders however the difference lies in how the symptoms are understood and treated
4
Q
Which mental disorder according to the Who is universal
A
Schizophrenia
5
Q
How is the WHO critisized for its statement?
A
Mental disorders are experienced differently amongst individuals. Therfore by fitting people into specific categories, subjective experiences are violated.
