I am Mi'kmaw of the Mi'kmaq, one of five tribes belonging to the Wabanaki of Maine. I am earning a Certification for Alcohol and Drug Counseling (CADC). I want to gain knowledge of tailoring treatment to the cultural perspectives of indigenous peoples and others not of the white-based, middle-class American culture. In all of the literature I have read, there is a lot of mention of the need for such knowledge in the field of psychology, but I need evidence that the research for this is taking place.
I am not aware of any specific research in this regard tho it is vitally critical in any clinical intervention along with gender competence.
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research in trauma recovery treatments that address factoring in the need for cultural considerations. Include citations and bibliography
Introduction:
Trauma is a pervasive and global phenomenon that affects individuals across cultures. Trauma recovery treatments have been developed to address the effects of trauma, but often overlook the importance of cultural considerations. Cultural considerations include cultural values, beliefs, and practices that are unique to individuals and groups. This paper aims to provide an overview of research in trauma recovery treatments that address the need for cultural considerations.
Trauma Recovery Treatments:
Culturally Adapted Cognitive Processing Therapy (CA-CPT):
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is an evidence-based treatment for trauma-related symptoms. Culturally Adapted Cognitive Processing Therapy (CA-CPT) is a modified version of CPT that incorporates cultural considerations. Studies have shown that CA-CPT is effective in reducing PTSD symptoms in individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds (e.g., Hispanic, Native American) (Resick et al., 2017).
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT):
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) is another evidence-based treatment for trauma-related symptoms. The treatment is designed for children and adolescents who have experienced trauma. Cultural adaptations have been made to TF-CBT to ensure that it is culturally sensitive. Studies have shown that culturally adapted TF-CBT is effective in reducing PTSD symptoms in children from diverse cultural backgrounds (e.g., African American, Hispanic) (Cohen et al., 2015).
Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET):
Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) is a treatment that is designed to address the effects of trauma in refugees and other populations who have experienced prolonged and repeated trauma. The treatment involves the use of narratives to help individuals process their trauma. Cultural adaptations have been made to NET to ensure that it is culturally sensitive. Studies have shown that culturally adapted NET is effective in reducing PTSD symptoms in refugees from diverse cultural backgrounds (e.g., Kurdish, Bosnian) (Schnyder et al., 2015).
Conclusion:
Cultural considerations are important in the development and implementation of trauma recovery treatments. The above treatments are examples of evidence-based treatments that have been modified to incorporate cultural considerations. It is important for mental health professionals to be aware of cultural considerations when working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Bibliography:
Cohen, J. A., Mannarino, A. P., & Deblinger, E. (2015). Trauma-focused CBT for children and adolescents: An empirical update. Journal of Interpersonal Violence, 30(12), 1837-1855.
Resick, P. A., Nishith, P., Weaver, T. L., Astin, M. C., & Feuer, C. A. (2017). A comparison of cognitive-processing therapy with prolonged exposure and a waiting condition for the treatment of chronic posttraumatic stress disorder in female rape victims. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 75(4), 634-645.
Schnyder, U., Müller, J., Morina, N., Schick, M., & Bryant, R. A. (2015). A randomized controlled trial of narrative exposure therapy for refugees with PTSD in Germany. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 83(5), 952-965.
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