Diagnostic challenges and the so-called culture-bound syndromes

Julie R. Ancis; Yuehong Chen; Doreen Schultz

doi:10.4324/9780203486160

Diagnostic challenges and the so-called culture-bound syndromes

Julie R. Ancis, Yuehong Chen, Doreen Schultz

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This chapter focuses on the notion of culture-bound syndromes (CBS) and related diagnostic challenges. The treatment of culture and the inclusion of CBS in diagnostic classification systems, such as the DSM, are reviewed. The authors discuss the limitations of diagnostic classification systems, including their use cross-culturally, and directions for future classification and research of CBS.

Original language	English (US)
Title of host publication	Culturally Responsive Interventions
Subtitle of host publication	Innovative Approaches to Working with Diverse Populations
Publisher	Brunner-Routledge
Pages	186-198
Number of pages	13
ISBN (Print)	0203486161, 9780203486160
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.4324/9780203486160
State	Published - Dec 25 2003
Externally published	Yes

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General Psychology

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