International

Cross-Cutting

Symposium

(625009) Muslim Americans: Update on Mental Health, Disability Status, Cultural Beliefs and Implications for Competent Care

Presenter(s)

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  N. Erkut Kucukboyaci, PhD

  Associate Research Scientist
  Kessler Foundation
  East Hanover, New Jersey
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  Rooshey Hasnain, Ed.D. / M.A.

  Clinical Assistant Professor
  Department of Disability and Human Development and the Rehabilitation Sciences Program at the University of Illinois at Chicago
  Chicago, Illinois

Non-presenting author(s)

• JN

  Joman Natsheh, MD, PhD

  Research Fellow
  Kessler Foundation
  East Hanover, New Jersey

Due to the current political climate in the US, Muslim-Americans with disability experience a type of "double jeopardy" that both impacts their dignity as citizens and complicates their ability to live independently with their communities. Using a combination of educational materials that demystify Islam and clinical perspectives, our panel aims to initiate cross-disciplinary discussion on the clinical needs of Muslim Americans with various chronic disease and disabilities. Our presentation will identify current care gaps using existing literature and first-hand observations, delineate support mechanisms, and highlight clinical skills and acumen that can improve access and care-quality for this population.

Learning Objectives:

• 1) provide information for clinicians/service providers on the diversity of Muslim Americans and their beliefs
• Use concepts from cross-cultural psychology to delineate care needs particular to this group within the context of collectivistic vs. individualistic culture dualisms
• Identify and compare gaps related to Muslim American health care and rehabilitation needs versus other minority groups in the US
• Share clinical recommendations to promote culturally competent care for Muslim Americans
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