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Understanding the Mental Health Needs of American Muslims: Recommendations and Considerations for Practice

✍ Scribed by Sameera Ahmed; Linda A. Reddy

Publisher: American Counseling Association
Year: 2007
Tongue: English
Weight: 126 KB
Volume: 35
Category: Article
ISSN: 0883-8534
DOI: 10.1002/j.2161-1912.2007.tb00061.x

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✦ Synopsis

American Muslims represent a heterogeneous population that is underserved by the mental health community, despite increased psychological distress reported since 9/11. This article offers professionals an understanding of the mental health needs of American Muslims. Recommendations for conducting culturally responsive assessments and treatment are offered.

Los Musulmanes Americanos representan un grupo de población heterogéneo que no se encuentra suficientemente abastecido por la comunidad de profesionales en salud mental, a pesar de un creciente malestar psicológico observado desde el 9/11. Este artículo of rece a los profesionales un entendimiento de las necesidades en salud mental de los Musulmanes Americanos. Se ofrecen tratamientos y recomendaciones para llevar a cabo evaluaciones culturalmente sensibles.

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