This course delves into the complexities of utilizing the DSM-5 within the context of Black and African American cultural norms and traditions. While the DSM-5 offers valuable diagnostic criteria, its framework often overlooks cultural nuances, potentially leading to misdiagnosis, particularly concerning trauma, religious beliefs, and perceptions of abnormal behavior within Black and African American communities.

Participants will gain essential insights into navigating the DSM-5 effectively while considering cultural factors specific to Black and African American populations. The course emphasizes the importance of cultural competence in mental health assessment and treatment. (Date of Release: 1/2023 (Updated 1/2025)

Learning Objectives:

Apply DSM-5 terminology accurately to diagnose Bipolar & Related Disorders.
Analyze the influence of cultural backgrounds and historical contexts on mental health manifestations and treatment approaches, particularly concerning Bipolar & Related Disorders.
Implement culturally sensitive inquiry techniques to elicit relevant information from individuals within Black and African American communities, facilitating comprehensive assessment and tailored treatment plans.
Differentiate between behaviors considered abnormal and those perceived as normal within Black and African American cultural contexts, promoting culturally informed diagnosis and intervention strategies.

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