Social psychiatry and anthropology: A transdisciplinary approach
The integration of social psychiatry and clinical anthropology has a rich history marked by shared interests in phenomenology and scientific epidemiology, shaping mental healthcare significantly. Social psychiatrists and clinical anthropologists strive for a holistic comprehension of mental illnesse...
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
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| description | The integration of social psychiatry and clinical anthropology has a rich history marked by shared interests in phenomenology and scientific epidemiology, shaping mental healthcare significantly. Social psychiatrists and clinical anthropologists strive for a holistic comprehension of mental illnesses through extensive research and deepening knowledge of their respective disciplines. The amalgamation of social psychiatry and anthropology helps elucidate the complex interplay between mental health and societal dynamics, fostering culturally sensitive care. Anthropology offers a comparative understanding of mental health care, highlighting the influence of culture on the experience of mental stress and care provision. It also addresses research gaps and promotes interdisciplinary collaboration. Transdisciplinary approaches bridge clinical practice and social context in public mental health, providing comprehensive insights into mental health issues, and paving the way for culturally informed interventions. Applied anthropology, particularly, plays a crucial role in evaluating community acceptance of health initiatives and developing effective interventions tailored to specific contexts. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-b0a0476eb3a349f3b20ff741f7fbf20c2024-03-25T10:54:40ZengWolters Kluwer Medknow PublicationsIndian Journal of Social Psychiatry0971-99622024-01-014013610.4103/ijsp.ijsp_42_24Social psychiatry and anthropology: A transdisciplinary approachUttam C GargThe integration of social psychiatry and clinical anthropology has a rich history marked by shared interests in phenomenology and scientific epidemiology, shaping mental healthcare significantly. Social psychiatrists and clinical anthropologists strive for a holistic comprehension of mental illnesses through extensive research and deepening knowledge of their respective disciplines. The amalgamation of social psychiatry and anthropology helps elucidate the complex interplay between mental health and societal dynamics, fostering culturally sensitive care. Anthropology offers a comparative understanding of mental health care, highlighting the influence of culture on the experience of mental stress and care provision. It also addresses research gaps and promotes interdisciplinary collaboration. Transdisciplinary approaches bridge clinical practice and social context in public mental health, providing comprehensive insights into mental health issues, and paving the way for culturally informed interventions. Applied anthropology, particularly, plays a crucial role in evaluating community acceptance of health initiatives and developing effective interventions tailored to specific contexts.http://www.indjsp.org/article.asp?issn=0971-9962;year=2024;volume=40;issue=1;spage=3;epage=6;aulast=Garganthropologysocial psychiatrytransdisciplinary approach |
| spellingShingle | Uttam C Garg Social psychiatry and anthropology: A transdisciplinary approach Indian Journal of Social Psychiatry anthropology social psychiatry transdisciplinary approach |
| title | Social psychiatry and anthropology: A transdisciplinary approach |
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| title_short | Social psychiatry and anthropology: A transdisciplinary approach |
| title_sort | social psychiatry and anthropology a transdisciplinary approach |
| topic | anthropology social psychiatry transdisciplinary approach |
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