The Importance of Building Trust and Use of Language in Diagnostics and Treatment

When exploring spirituality or any aspect of a patient’s identity, it is critical for clinicians to foster a safe and supportive environment. Cultural humility is at the heart of such interactions. Clinicians should remain open to what they don’t know about patients’ lives, and they should take care not to make assumptions.

So, how can mental health professionals practice open communication and find opportunities for learning within their clinical practice?

Lisa W. Coyne, PhD, and Ipsit Vahia, MD, discuss the importance of culturally sensitive language and its role in accurate diagnosis and effective therapy. They explore why cultural humility is important, how culture relates to identity, and the many complex ways culture, faith, and mental health intersect.

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