Culturally Adapting Psychotherapy for Asian Heritage Populations: An Evidence-Based Approach

Culturally Adapting Psychotherapy for Asian Heritage Populations: An Evidence-Based Approach provides insights on how research on psychotherapy, an area that is most often done on non-ethnic minority populations, can be related to minority clients. The book's author, Dr. Hwang, developed the first evidence based culturally adapted treatment for Asian populations which is comprehensively discussed in this book, including treatments for depression that are complemented with concrete examples throughout the book. In addition, the book further discusses how culturally adaptive techniques can be applied for treatment of other disorders in other ethnic populations. Summarizes psychotherapy research indicating underrepresentation of ethnic minoritiesDescribes the first evidence based culturally adapted treatment for AsiansProvides concrete examples of adapted psychotherapy in practiceClarifies how this treatment can be further adapted to other ethnic minoritiesHighlights how this depression specific treatment can be applied to other disorders INDICE: Preface Chapter 1 Introduction to the Book and the Importance of Culturally Adapting Mental Health Care Chapter 2 What Do We Mean by Culture Adapting Psychotherapy? Chapter 3 Understanding Cultural Influences on Mental Health Chapter 4 The Formative Method for Adapting Psychotherapy Chapter 5 Introduction to the Manual and Understanding Cultural Complexities Chapter 6 Understanding How This Program Can Help You Take Control of Your Emotions (Session 1 of the Treatment Manual) Chapter 7 Providing Psychoeducation about Depression and Its Treatment (Session 2 of the Treatment Manual) Chapter 8 Defining and Visualizing Your Goals (Session 3 of the Treatment Manual) Chapter 9 Practicing Behavioral Strengthening: Effective Problem-Solving (Session 4 of the Treatment Manual) Chapter 10 Practicing Behavioral Strengthening: Improving Your Communication Skills (Session 5 of the Treatment Manual) Chapter 11 Practicing Cognitive Strengthening: Understanding Unhealthy Thinking Patterns (Session 6 of the Treatment Manual) Chapter 12 Practicing Mental Strengthening: Learning Effective Thinking Strategies (Session 7 of the Treatment Manual) Chapter 13 Practicing Internal Strengthening: Engaging in Healthy Activities (Session 8 of the Treatment Manual) Chapter 14 Practicing Internal Strengthening: Managing Your Stress Through Relaxation Training (Session 9 of the Treatment Manual) Chapter 15 Practicing Emotional Strengthening: Principles of Every Day Healthy Living (Session 10 of the Treatment Manual) Chapter 16 Strengthening Family Relationships (Session 11 of the Treatment Manual) Chapter 17 Reflecting Upon our Journey and Planning the Road Ahead (Session 12 of the Treatment Manual) Improving Your Mood: A Culturally Responsive and Holistic Approach to Treating Depression in Chinese Americans Client Manual

• ISBN: 978-0-12-417304-0
• Editorial: Academic Press
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 358
• Fecha Publicación: 02/05/2016
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés