r eal w orld t herapy considerations for treating koreans jimmy kim, psy.d
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REAL WORLD THERAPY
Considerations for Treating Koreans
Jimmy Kim, Psy.D.
INTRODUCTION
• Hello…
• LIJMC: ZHH
• 200 +
No Disclosures or Financial Relationships
CONSERVATIVE ESTIMATES
Asians comprise 5% of the population in the US but
approximately 60% of the world’s population
ASIAN AMERICANS: BACKGROUND
United States: Individualism
Asians: CollectivisticMedical & Somatic Complaints
Model Minority: Pros & Cons
ASIAN PATIENTS
Come in Worse…Recognition of Family’s Efforts
Begin by Validating to Dispel Embarrassment
HELPING FAMILIES
A time to educate familiesDispel myths and provide realistic expectations
Resources such as NIMH website as well as in the community
TREATING THE PATIENT
Use of Certified TranslatorsTranslator PhonesSevere Paranoia = No PhoneDirector, Lawyer from MHLD: Meds over Objection, State Hearing for Retention
SUBTLE NOTES
Asians ≠ Asian Mental Health Professionals
Powerful Stigma = ShameDepends on Level of Assimilation to their Identity
MANNERS & BEHAVIORS
Huddle before meeting to Focus on message
Bowing: Should I or Shouldn’t I?
Translating in short bursts and in real time
Direct eye contact & Seating
DELIVERING BAD NEWS
Streamline Communication amongst Treatment Team members
Reduce likelihood of injury through preparation
THERAPY ON AN INPATIENT SERVICE
Should I or Shouldn’t I?Akin to Crisis InterventionSomething > NothingProfessional Responsibility < Moral Compass
IN SUMMARY
Not necessarily reducing negative mental stigma
Best to provide information regarding services and access
RESOURCES
Hamilton Madison House: Korean Clinic
(718) 899 – 8918Lifenet.nyc (Korean Community)
NIMH.NIH.gov