Incorporating Cultural and Linguistic Competence in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Depression
Organization:
National Center for Cultural Competence
Publisher:
Georgetown Center for Child and Human Development
Date Published:
September, 2008 This online continuing medical education (CME) activity was designed to help primary care physicians improve care for clients from a wide range of racial and ethnic groups who experience depression. The course provides an opportunity for physicians and other health professionals to assess their awareness, knowledge, and skills in the following six domains: (1) values and belief systems, (2) cultural influences on illness and related problems, (3) depression and health, (4) clinical management, (5) cross-cultural communication, and (6) promotion of cultural and linguistic competence in systems of care and communities. The activity also allows users to develop a personalized plan for future learning.
