Cultural responsiveness and social work practice: an Indian clinic

Authors: Yukl T, Yukl T
Publication Year: 1986
Last Updated: 2016-01-28 13:11:23
Journal: Health and Social Work
Keywords: traditional beliefs, social work, Boston, traditional medicine

Short Abstract:

Social workers need to appreciate the traditions and beliefs of clients from different cultures to provide effective services.  The succes of one hospital clinic in serving American Indians in Boston demonstrated how this appreciation can be translated into programs that are relevant to a particular population or targeted group.

Abstract:

Social workers need to appreciate the traditions and beliefs of clients from different cultures to provide effective services. The success of one hospital clinic in serving American Indians in Boston demonstrates how this appreciation can be translated into programs that are relevant to a particular population or targeted group.

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