| Description |
1 online resource (xii, 120 pages) |
| Contents |
Understanding the signs of depression -- Permission to heal -- Dealing with mental illness : community interventions and innovative programs for African Americans -- Paying for treatment : United States health and mental health policy -- Clinical depression resources for African Americans |
| Summary |
Depression does not discriminate, and yet the ways in which people and communities view and react to depression differ. The unique experiences of African Americans are often taken into account when examining other topics of interest, but mental health in general is often overlooked. African Americans and Depression helps to uncover the realities of depression among African Americans, and the various ways in which sufferers and their families address, or don't address, it. The authors provide guidance for understanding the illness, suggestions on how to heal and recover holistically, and pathways for getting help. With a primary focus on the psychological and medical needs of African Americans, the authors explore and offer an overview of clinical depression among African Americans, discuss the signs of and cultural myths surrounding clinical depression, outline the mental health help-seeking process for African Americans, and suggest potential barriers and strategies for healing. Further, they discuss community-based interventions and innovations in service programs. Lastly, the authors offer insight on mental health and health policy in the United States care systems. Including firsthand accounts from sufferers and families, this work will aid readers to better understand depression and how and where to find help |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
In English |
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Depression, Mental -- United States
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African Americans -- Mental health.
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Depression, Mental.
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African Americans.
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Community mental health services.
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Medical policy.
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Depression
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Depressive Disorder
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Black or African American
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Community Mental Health Services
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Health Policy
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African American.
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HEALTH & FITNESS -- Diseases -- General.
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MEDICAL -- Clinical Medicine.
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MEDICAL -- Diseases.
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MEDICAL -- Evidence-Based Medicine.
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MEDICAL -- Internal Medicine.
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Medical policy
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Community mental health services
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African Americans
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African Americans -- Mental health
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Depression, Mental
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| SUBJECT |
United States https://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D014481 |
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United States
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Martin, Pamela P. (Pamela Paulette), author.
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| LC no. |
2021676812 |
| ISBN |
9781442230323 |
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1442230320 |
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9781442230323 |
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