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    Psychiatr Prax. 2007 Oct;34(7):325-31.

    [Integration of immigrants into the mental health care system in Germany].

    [Article in German]
    Machleidt W, Behrens K, Ziegenbein M, Calliess IT.

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    Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, Abteilung Sozialpsychiatrie und Psychotherapie, Hannover.

    Abstract

    OBJECTIVE:

    Due to the effects of globalization there has to be dealt with an increased number of immigrants in the German health care system. However, esp. the mental health care system in Germany is not sufficiently prepared for this challenge.

    METHODS:

    It will be given an overview on the current situation of mental health care of immigrants with mental disorders.

    RESULTS:

    The aspect of creating specialized care units vs. opening established institutions for immigrants will be discussed.

    CONCLUSIONS:

    Examples of good clinical practice will be highlighted. Recommendations for opening the mental health care services for immigrants in Germany will be proposed.

    PMID:
    17922366
    [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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