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APS Virtual Poster Showcase · 2020

The Effects of Acculturation, Perceived Familial Support, and Stigma on Mental Health Recovery Experiences for Arab American Clubhouse Members

Virtual · June 2020

Poster Sessions · Clinical Science

  • Amber Michon
    Wayne State University
  • Francesca Pernice
    Wayne State University
  • Layla Habhab
    Wayne State University

Abstract

Arab American clubhouse members diagnosed with severe mental illness identified five major themes describing their subjective recovery experiences. Specifically, familial support was associated with greater ability for recovery whereas acculturation level and stigma associated with mental health did not have such a large effect on the recovery process.

Cultural