Characterizing individuals accessing mental health services in the UAE: a focus on youth living in Dubai

Abstract Background Most mental health issues develop during adolescence, therefore identifying youth mental health needs and pathways to care is critical to improve prevention. To date, studies have typically focused on Western samples, while the impact of cultural diversity on perception of health...

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Main Authors: Mariapaola Barbato, Shaikha Al Hemeiri, Shorouk Nafie, Baraa A. Dhuhair, Nadia T. Dabbagh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-03-01
Series:International Journal of Mental Health Systems
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13033-021-00452-4