What can we talk about, in which language, in what way and with whom? Sami patients' experiences of language choice and cultural norms in mental health treatment

Background: The Sami in Norway have a legal right to receive health services adapted to Sami language and culture. This calls for a study of the significance of language choice and cultural norms in Sami patients’ encounters with mental health services. Objectives: To explore the significance of lan...

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Main Authors: Inger Dagsvold, Snefrid Møllersen, Vigdis Stordahl
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2015-05-01
Series:International Journal of Circumpolar Health
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Online Access:http://www.circumpolarhealthjournal.net/index.php/ijch/article/view/26952/pdf_21