Culture, Health and Illness

By Sade Akisanya BSc Mcsp DipTP. 2000

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Qualitative Methods for Health Research (2004, positive): “Health professionals have a long history of integrating insights from social science research into their understanding of human health (see, for instance, Henderson 1935; Kleinman 1973; Helman 1984).”
Common mental health problems in immigrants and refugees: general approach in primary care (2011, background): “Culture can profoundly influence every aspect of illness and adaptation, including interpretations of and reactions to symptoms; explanations of illness; patterns of coping, of seeking help and response; adherence to treatment; styles of emotional expression and communication; and relationships betw”