Part I: Matrix

Directions: Include at least one or two peer-reviewed journal articles beyond the textbook and course readings via in-text citations and a reference note in the "References" section. As you complete this worksheet, please keep in mind that cultural concepts of distress are ways different cultures may express, explain, and communicate suffering and mental health symptoms. A person would still receive aDSM diagnosis, but their symptoms may present differently secondary to how a person expresses distress based on their culture.

Cultural Concepts of Distress fromDSM	Disorder description and at least one other culture that has similar/related conditions (minimum 150 words)	Primary DSM Disorder Related to the Cultural Concepts of Distress	Differential DSM Disorder Related to the Cultural Concepts of Distress
Cultural Concept of Distress #1:
Cultural Concept of Distress #2:

Use the textbook, and any other scholarly resources to support your responses. Include at least one or two peer-reviewed journal articles beyond the textbook and course readings via in-text citations and a reference note in the "References" section.

1. Why is it important to be aware of culturally specific expression of distress?

1. Identify at least four categories that are part of cultural formulation interview requiring assessment. Provide at least two examples for each category and explain their impact on diagnosis.