How can cross-cultural research be used to identify factors that cut across groups and outcomes
1a. based on what you uncovered about psychological and culturally based research, how can cross-cultural research be used to identify factors that cut across groups and outcomes as opposed to only identifying characteristics that are specific to that group or outcome. For example, women and women’s health is a group whose health needs cut across cultural barriers; not meeting women’s health needs, regardless of the culture can lead to deleterious outcomes. Use a different example in your response.
1b. This week’s textbook reading presents several limitations in culturally based and biased research. As we have learned thus far, the health outcomes for members of different cultures are related but not limited to health disparities, poverty, education, access, etc. What else should research focus on to support better health outcomes in integrated health for culturally diverse populations?
2a. Why is it important for a mental health and wellness professional to maintain a career-long exploration of social and cultural diversity issues?
2b. Many socially or culturally diverse clients mistrust the current mental health system? What are the current and historical factors that influence this mistrust?
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