Cross-Cultural Psychiatry
This session examines the influence of cultural beliefs, values, and practices on mental health, diagnosis, and treatment. It emphasizes culturally competent care and the adaptation of psychological and psychiatric methods to suit diverse populations and communities.
Sub-Tracks:
- Cultural Perceptions of Mental Illness
- Culturally Adapted Psychotherapy Models
- Language Barriers and Communication in Psychiatry
- Traditional and Indigenous Healing Practices
- Mental Health Disparities Across Ethnic Groups