The role of stigma and state in the mental health of Somalis.
As the population of the United States becomes more ethnically diverse, clinicians are faced with treating patients from a variety of different cultures with various customs, beliefs, and practices. This case report describes the presentation of a 55-year-old Somali refugee suffering from depression and posttraumatic stress disorder, in the context of his culture. The discussion suggests ways in which clinicians may respond to and work with Somali patients, in order to promote their well-being in a culturally competent manner.
Boynton
Lorin
L
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA.
Bentley
Jacob
J
Jackson
J Carey
JC
Gibbs
Tresha A
TA
D003863:Depression / Q000208:ethnology* / Q000523:psychology; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008603:Mental Health; D008875:Middle Aged; D012036:Refugees / Q000523:psychology*; D012998:Somalia / Q000208:ethnology; D013240:Stereotyping; D013313:Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic / Q000208:ethnology* / Q000523:psychology; D014481:United States / Q000453:epidemiology