Migration and Mental Health - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0521190770 ISBN 13: 9780521190770

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2010

Synopsis

Human migration is a global phenomenon and is on the increase. It occurs as a result of 'push' factors (asylum, natural disaster), or as a result of 'pull' factors (seeking economic or educational improvement). Whatever the cause of the relocation, the outcome requires individuals to adjust to their new surroundings and cope with the stresses involved, and as a result, there is considerable potential for disruption to mental health. This volume explores all aspects of migration, on all scales, and its effect on mental health. It covers migration in the widest sense and does not limit itself to refugee studies. It covers issues specific to the elderly and the young, as well as providing practical tips for clinicians on how to improve their own cultural competence in the work setting. The book will be of interest to all mental health professionals and those involved in establishing health and social policy.

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Review:

'Readers and instructors interested in a broad introduction to issues concerning mental healthcare for migrant and ethnic minority populations will find this a useful volume.' Psychological Medicine

Book Description:

Human migration is a global phenomenon and is on the increase. Whatever the cause of the relocation, there is potential for disruption to mental health. This volume explores all aspects of migration. It will be of interest to mental health professionals and those involved in establishing health and social policy.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0521190770
• ISBN 13: 9780521190770
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 366
• Editor: Bhugra Dinesh, Gupta Susham