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. 2003 Jul-Sep;16(3):112-22.
doi: 10.1111/j.1744-6171.2003.00112.x.

Culturally competent mental health care for Puerto Rican children

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Culturally competent mental health care for Puerto Rican children

Carmen Berrios. J Child Adolesc Psychiatr Nurs. 2003 Jul-Sep.

Abstract

Topic: Mental health care for Puerto Rican children.

Purpose: To explore the cultural background of Hispanics, present relevant definitions, and review and critique selected literature relevant to culturally competent mental health care of Puerto Rican children.

Sources of data: Published literature.

Conclusions: Cross-cultural research is important to raise the consciousness of nursing professionals, expose them to other realities, and provide opportunities to establish culturally relevant treatment modalities.

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