Alcohol Services for Mexican Americans: A Review of Utilization Patterns, Treatment Considerations and Prevention Activities.

Gilbert, M. Jean; Cervantes, Richard C.

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ERIC Number: EJ344377

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1986

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Alcohol Services for Mexican Americans: A Review of Utilization Patterns, Treatment Considerations and Prevention Activities.

Gilbert, M. Jean; Cervantes, Richard C.

Hispanic Journal of Behavioral Sciences, v8 n3 p191-223 Sep 1986

Synthesizes available literature that addresses: (1) utilization patterns of alcohol-related services by Mexican Americans; (2) existing therapeutic approaches which take into account cultural factors; and (3) existing approaches to alcohol abuse education and prevention for this population. Discusses research needs and the need for bilingual/bicultural treatment professionals. (JHZ)

Descriptors: Alcoholism, Cultural Influences, Cultural Traits, Differences, Drug Abuse, Health Services, Hispanic American Culture, Mexican Americans, Personnel Needs, Prevention, Referral, Rehabilitation Programs, Research Needs, Use Studies

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses

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Audience: Researchers; Counselors; Practitioners

Language: English

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