This book introduces an interdisciplinary lens by bringing together vital research on culture
psychosocial development and key aspects of health and disease to address a wide range of
salient concerns. Its scholarship mirrors the diversity of the Arab American population
exploring ethnic concepts in socio-historical and political contexts before reviewing findings
on major health issues including diabetes cancer substance abuse mental illness and
maternal child health. And by including policy and program strategies for disease prevention
health promotion and environmental health the book offers practitioners--and their
clients--opportunities for proactive care. Featured in the coverage: Family gender and social
identity issues Arab Americans and the aging process Acculturation and ethnic identity across
the lifespan Arab refugees: Trauma resilience and recovery Cancer: Crossroads of ethnicity
and environment Health and well-being: Biopsychosocial prevention approaches Arab American
health disparities: A call for advocacy Rich in cultural information and clinical insights
Biopsychosocial Perspectives on Arab Americans is an important reference that can enhance
health practices across the disciplines of medicine nursing rehabilitation social work
counseling and psychology.
