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Culture-Bound Syndromes and Cultural Idioms of Distress
Explain how specific cultural concepts of distress, such as susto, taijin kyofusho, and amok, shape diagnostic and therapeutic needs.

Explain how specific cultural concepts of distress, such as susto, taijin kyofusho, and amok, shape diagnostic and therapeutic needs.
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9th Grade · Social Studies · US-FL-SS
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