Contemporary Clinical Practice with Asian Immigrants: A Relational Framework with Culturally Responsive Approaches

by Irene Chung and Tazuko Shibusawa

Many first and second generation Asian immigrants experience acculturation challenges to varying extents. These challenges, such as language barriers, racial discrimination, underemployment, the loss of support networks and changes in family role and structure, may exacerbate a myriad of mental health issues. In addition, their help-seeking behaviour, as shaped by a general adherence to a collectivistic worldview and indirect communication style,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415783429
• ISBN13: 9780415783422
• Release Date: July 2013
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 246 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.2" x 9.3"