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    MENTAL HEALTH: A REPORT OF THE SURGEON GENERAL

    Chapter 2

    Culture Counts: The Influence of Culture and Society on Mental Health

    Introduction
    Culture of the Patient
    Culture of the Clinician
    Culture, Society, and Mental Health Services
    Racism, Discrimination, and Mental Health
    Demographic Trends
    Conclusions
    References

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