Treating Depression, Anxiety, and Stress in Ethnic and Racial Groups (Hardcover)

Hardcover. Depression, anxiety, and stress are responsible for an overwhelming number of mental health care visits, and cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) offers the most popular, empirically supported approach to treating these conditions. Yet little is known about the effectiveness of CBT with African American, Latino, Asian American, and Native American populations amp ndash ethnic and racial groups that make up nearly half the population of the United States. This volume shows therapists how to adapt cognitive behavioral treatments for use with racial and ethnic minority clients. Contributors demonstrate how a client amp rsquo s particular sociocultural background contextualizes her experience and understanding of mental health issues. They examine the influence of sociocultural context on experiences of social anxiety among Asian-Americans, the role of racial identity in the way stress and anxiety are experienced by African-American clients, and much more. They propose adaptations of standard CBT treatments to maximize their effectiveness for all clients, regardless of race or ethnicity. Adapting cognitive behavior therapy to sociocultural contexts, this volume outlines strategies for treating depression, anxiety, and stress in minority groups. It examines how cultural backgrounds shape mental health and offers tailored interventions for African American, Latino, Asian American, and Native American clients. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.