Strengthening the DSM incorporating resilience and cultural competence

As it stands, the DSM fails to address important sources of strength and resiliency that can significantly affect diagnosis and treatment. The authors of this transformative volume propose enhancements to the current diagnostic and classification system that encompass the biopsychosocial, cultural,...

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Main Author: Garcia, Betty, 1943- (-)
Other Authors: Petrovich, Anne
Format: eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: New York : Springer c2011.
Edition:1st ed
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See on Biblioteca Universitat Ramon Llull:https://discovery.url.edu/permalink/34CSUC_URL/1im36ta/alma991009798199106719
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Summary:As it stands, the DSM fails to address important sources of strength and resiliency that can significantly affect diagnosis and treatment. The authors of this transformative volume propose enhancements to the current diagnostic and classification system that encompass the biopsychosocial, cultural, and spiritual milieus of individuals and acknowledge the strengths originating from personal, family, and community resources. This proposed Axis VI addresses contextual and individual factors related to diversity, equity, and resiliency, thereby enabling an understanding of the whole person and off
Item Description:Description based upon print version of record.
Physical Description:1 online resource (378 p.)
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781283100236
9786613100238
9780826118820