Mental Health and Service Utilization Among Asian Americans

Mental Health and Service Utilization Among Asian Americans
Author: Xiaochuan Wang
Publisher:
Total Pages: 298
Release: 2018
Genre:
ISBN:

This dissertation reports three studies on mental health and service utilization among Asian Americans, using nationally representative data from National Latino and Asian American Study (NLAAS). The first study reported in Chapter 2 examines the prevalence and pattern of past year mental health-related service use, including specialty mental health services, general health services, human or alternative services, and any type of mental health-related services, among Asian Americans. Guided by Andersen's health behavioral model, this study explores influencing factors to Asian Americans' use and choice of mental health services. Findings from this study indicate that Asian Americans significantly underuse mental health services and that they tend to choose specialty mental health services and human or alternative services when seeking treatments. Marital status, age at immigration, and past year psychiatric disorder are found significantly correlated to Asian Americans' use of each and any type of mental health services. Second study reported in Chapter 3 investigates the influence of immigration and perceived social status on lifetime and 12-month psychiatric disorder occurrence among Asian immigrants. Results of the study suggest that Asian immigrants' age at immigration and perceived social status in the U.S. are significantly associated with lifetime and 12-month psychiatric disorder occurrence. Respondents who immigrate to the U.S. during childhood and those who report lower perceived social status in the U.S. are more likely to experience lifetime and 12-month psychiatric disorders. Chapter 4 reports a study on the impacts of family cohesion and family conflict to past year mental health-related service utilization among Asian Americans. Primary findings from the study suggest the critical role of family cohesion and family conflict in influencing Asian Americans' mental health service use. Specifically, family cohesion is found to have significant correlation to Asian Americans' receipt of general health services and any type of mental health-related services. Family conflict is found as a significant predictor to the use of each and any type of mental health-related services, except specialty mental health services. The final chapter, Chapter 5, concludes this dissertation by providing summary of findings, discussion of limitations, and implications pertinent to social work practice, policy, and research.

The Stigma of Mental Illness - End of the Story?

The Stigma of Mental Illness - End of the Story?
Author: Wolfgang Gaebel
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 648
Release: 2016-08-10
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3319278398

This book makes a highly innovative contribution to overcoming the stigma and discrimination associated with mental illness – still the heaviest burden both for those afflicted and those caring for them. The scene is set by the presentation of different fundamental perspectives on the problem of stigma and discrimination by researchers, consumers, families, and human rights experts. Current knowledge and practice used in reducing stigma are then described, with information on the programmes adopted across the world and their utility, feasibility, and effectiveness. The core of the volume comprises descriptions of new approaches and innovative programmes specifically designed to overcome stigma and discrimination. In the closing part of the book, the editors – all respected experts in the field – summarize some of the most important evidence- and experience-based recommendations for future action to successfully rewrite the long and burdensome ‘story’ of mental illness stigma and discrimination.

Reducing the Stigma of Mental Illness

Reducing the Stigma of Mental Illness
Author: Norman Sartorius
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 270
Release: 2005-05-26
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780521549431

Details the results of the Open Doors Programme, set up to fight the stigma/discrimination attached to schizophrenia.

The Oxford Handbook of Clinical Geropsychology

The Oxford Handbook of Clinical Geropsychology
Author: Nancy A. Pachana
Publisher: Oxford Library of Psychology
Total Pages: 1153
Release: 2014
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0199663173

"The Oxford Handbook of Geropsychology provides students and experienced clinicians and clinical researchers alike with a comprehensive and contemporary overview of developments in the field of geropsychology. Informed by an international perspective, the introductory section covers demographics, meta-analyses in geropsychology, social capital and gender, cognitive development, and ageing. Sections on assessment and formulation include chapters on interviewing older people, psychological assessment strategies, capacity and suicidal ideation, and understanding long term care environments. Psychological distress and their causes are reviewed with chapters focusing upon late-life depression and anxiety, psychosis, and personality disorders. In this section, neuropsychiatric approaches to working with older people and risk factors relating to cognitive health are reviewed. Intervention strategies covered include cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and family therapy. Interprofessional teamwork and aspects of work with persons with dementia (PwD), caregivers, and care staff, are also covered. Chapters on interventions address specific populations such as lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender older persons, people with physical and psychological comorbidities, and those experiencing grief and bereavement. Finally, this Handbook explores new horizons, including positive ageing, exercise and health promotion, and the use of new media such as online and virtual reality interactive technologies in clinical research and practice with older adults." -- From the Amazon

Addressing Systemic Racism and Disparate Mental Health Outcomes for Youth of Color, An Issue of Child And Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America, E-Book

Addressing Systemic Racism and Disparate Mental Health Outcomes for Youth of Color, An Issue of Child And Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America, E-Book
Author: Lisa Fortuna
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 185
Release: 2022-04-06
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323987664

In this issue of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics, guest editors Drs. Lisa Fortuna, Cheryl S. Al-Mateen, Lisa M. Cullins, and W. David Lohr bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Systemic Racism and Disparate Mental Health Outcomes for Youth of Color. This issue represents a collaboration by American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry committee members and includes contributions by top experts in the field. It is an invaluable resource for practicing psychiatrists looking to address the unique needs and experiences of black and BIPOC youth in their practices. Contains 15 relevant, practice-oriented topics including the intersection of race and ethnicity with mental health service utilization in foster care youth; understanding systemic racism and racial inequity juvenile justice system involvement; racial disparities in the education system; suicide among minoritized and marginalized youth; trauma and youth of color; parenting and family-based care; and more. Provides in-depth clinical reviews on systemic racism and disparate mental health outcomes for youth of color, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Encyclopedia of Domestic Violence

Encyclopedia of Domestic Violence
Author: Nicky Ali Jackson
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 802
Release: 2007
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0415969689

Aims to provide information on a variety of traditional and breakthrough issues in the complex phenomenon of domestic violence.

Encyclopedia of Domestic Violence

Encyclopedia of Domestic Violence
Author: Nicky Ali Jackson
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 801
Release: 2007-12-11
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1135880131

The Encyclopedia of Domestic Violence is a modern reference from the leading international scholars in domestic violence research. The first ever publication of an encyclopedia of domestic violence, the principal aim of this title is to provide information on a variety of traditional and breakthrough issues in this complex phenomenon.