ISBN:
9783030877637
Language:
English
Pages:
1 online resource (332 pages)
Series Statement:
International and Cultural Psychology Ser.
Parallel Title:
Erscheint auch als
DDC:
155.89
Keywords:
Psychology-Caribbean Area
;
Psychology-Social aspects
;
Electronic books
Abstract:
Intro -- Foreword -- References -- Preface: Psychology in Oceania and the Caribbean: An Overview Chapter -- Introduction -- The Caribbean -- Oceania -- Conclusion -- References -- Contents -- Author Biographies -- Brief Biographies of Editors -- Brief Biography of Foreword Author -- Part I: Psychology in Oceania -- Chapter 1: Psychology in Micronesia -- Overview of the Micronesian Region -- The Travails of Social Change in Micronesia -- Behavioral Health Problems in Micronesia -- Suicide -- Mental Illness -- Behavioral Health Services in Micronesia -- Guam -- Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands -- Palau -- Federated States of Micronesia -- Republic of the Marshall Islands -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 2: Psychology in Fiji: Complexity and New Horizons for the Isles of Smiles -- Country and Human Security Overview -- Prevalence and Mental Health Needs -- Cultural Meaning of Mental Illness and Treatment -- Colonial Legacy -- Counseling Services -- Education and Career Paths -- A Sustainable Future for Psychology in Fiji -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 3: The State of Psychology and Mental Health Services in Vanuatu -- Demographic Overview -- Geography -- Population -- Economy -- Languages -- The Political System -- The Health System -- Psychology and Mental Health Care in Vanuatu -- Psychology in Vanuatu -- Cultural Factors and Psychological States -- The Mental Health Policy of Vanuatu -- Mental Health Legislation -- The Mind Care Clinic -- A Vanuatu Specific Approach to Mental Health Care -- Mental Health Psychosocial Support and Natural Disasters -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 4: "Teu Le Va: We over Me" A Brief Overview of Mental Health Amongst Samoans in American Samoa -- Geography and History -- People and Culture -- Language and Communication -- Religion and Spirituality -- Gender and Sexuality -- Migration.
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