The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down
Farrar, Straus and Giroux - Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Release date: 1998-09-28
Paperback
Author: Anne Fadiman
Popular medicine, Social Science, Medical / Nursing, Sociology, Ethics, Health - General, Literary Criticism / Asian / General, Minority Studies - General, Social Science / Anthropology / Cultural, Anthropology - Cultural, Asian - General, California, Case studies, Hmong American children, Hmong Americans, Medical care, Medicine, Transcultural medical care
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The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down
Date undefinedThis book is an excellent illustration of the importance of cross-cultural competence in the practice of psychology, education, and healthcare. After reading this book, I cannot imagine a case where any professional could walk into a situation with a client from another culture and fail to take stock of cultural factors.
The story beautifully illuminates how culture 'colors' all of our experiences, impressions, and perceptions. ALL practioners should read this book and take heed in professional practice. Further, because this book only highlights the challenges for professionals with ONE culture, there is a message between the lines that all cultures require this deep and specialized look at the values and norms therein.
The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down
Date undefinedA very interesting and detailed look into the life of this young Hmong child and the important role that cultural barriers played in her medical care. A wonderful account from both points of views. I would say this is a must read for any doctor.
The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down
Date undefinedmarvelous book, well worth a thoughtful read; a little Hmong girl caught between well-meaning medical establishment and traditional culture. In microscopic detail shows how caring is not enough--cultural knowledge and understanding is needed as well. The author did a remarkable job, not only is the research impressive but the book is a great read. One of the best books I've read this year.
