Background Language discordance occurs in healthcare when staff and service users do
not share proficiency in the same language. It is a global phenomenon impacting on the …

The Latinx immigrant population in the United States faces significant health and mental
health disparities, which were further exacerbated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Latinx …

Cultural marginalization refers to the process of being on the fringe of two distinct cultures.
Culture represents the values, beliefs, knowledge, and norms that are common to a group of …

Genetic counselors (GCs) typically provide short-term counseling and assess patient needs,
including the need for ongoing psychosocial support. While some patients may benefit from …

The use of language interpreters is a primary solution for providing inclusive language
services when conducting psychological assessments for people with limited English …

Background: Language discordance, a challenge of miscommunication between health
professionals and service users, is a concern for occupational therapy, a profession that …

The report emphasizes the importance of culturally competent mental health services and
explores the impact of anti-immigration policies on mental wellbeing. In today's climate in …

Abstract This “Notes from the Field” article discusses implementation strategies used to
increase equity and access to research study participation among migrants. Common …

This chapter investigates how translators and interpreters (TIs) employed by international
organizations perceive their working conditions and the risks that they may be facing in the …

The prevalence of mental health disorders has increased in the United States and
worldwide over the last several years. Early detection and treatment of mental health …