Abnormal Psychology
Abnormal Psychology
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ISBN: 9781319066949
Author: Ronald J. Comer, Jonathan S. Comer
Publisher: Worth Publishers
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Cultural sensitivity can be regarded as an important element in psychiatry. In order for the clinician to make an appropriate assessment and provide necessary treatment, it is essential to take into account the various cultural factors which may affect the client's mental well-being. However, lack of cultural sensitivity on the part of the diagnostician can often lead to various culturally influenced differences in the diagnosis of schizophrenia.

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