Guest editorial: Engagement of Indigenous Clients in Mental Health Services: what role do cultural differences play

Guest editorial: Engagement of Indigenous Clients in Mental Health Services: what role do cultural differences play Journal Article

Australian e-Journal for the Advancement of Mental Health

• Author(s): Westerman, T.
• Published: 2004
• Volume: 3

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Abstract: Research studies on Indigenous groups in Australia and internationally continue to illustrate the negative impact of colonialisation on their mental health (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, 2002, 2003). Despite this, a number of recent articles have argued that Indigenous people do not access mental health services at a level that is commensurate with this need.

• Urls: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.5172/jamh.3.3.88