Date: April 27, 2008
Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: The Prof.& Community Center at Holy Cross Hospital
1500 Forest Glen Road
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Two Worlds One Life
Understanding the Cultural Dynamics Within the South Asian Community
Presenter: Swaran Dhawan, LCSW-C
Synopsis: The workshop will focus on mental health needs of clients from South Asia and the Diasporas. Psychodynamic frame of reference will be used in discussing conflicts and resolutions inherent in inter-and intra-personal relationships. Common themes will be identified in the helping process. A case will be presented using the DSM IV profile.
Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this workshop, the participant will:
1. become familiar with culturally proficient clinical practices,
2. prepare clinicians in the art of history taking and effective treatment interventions,
3. become knowledgeable about available resources for the South Asian community
Note: Participants might consider reading or seeing Namesake and/ or seeing the movie 15 Park Avenue prior to the workshop.
CE: 3 Cat. I /Cost: $40 for members; $60 for non-members
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