Culture and expression of symptoms
Expression of symptoms
Acculturation and cultural background have a great influence on the selection of treatment.
Many of the illnesses that Asian Americans are treated for are similar to that of White Americans. However, the treatment process is is what is different.
Substance abuse is much lower in Asian Americans than with White Americans.
Southeast Asian and other Asian-American/Pacific Islander immigrants who experienced violence, war, or economic oppression prior to their arrival in the United States appear to suffer psychological distress more frequently.
In some Asian cultures a mental disorder not only reflects the individual but also reflects on the family so some individuals do not want to embarrass their families and will not seeks treatment.
Also, many Asian Americans who do seek treatment are more likely to stop treatment before it is completely finished.
Acculturation and cultural background have a great influence on the selection of treatment.
Many of the illnesses that Asian Americans are treated for are similar to that of White Americans. However, the treatment process is is what is different.
Substance abuse is much lower in Asian Americans than with White Americans.
Southeast Asian and other Asian-American/Pacific Islander immigrants who experienced violence, war, or economic oppression prior to their arrival in the United States appear to suffer psychological distress more frequently.
In some Asian cultures a mental disorder not only reflects the individual but also reflects on the family so some individuals do not want to embarrass their families and will not seeks treatment.
Also, many Asian Americans who do seek treatment are more likely to stop treatment before it is completely finished.