Soc Work. 1996 Mar; 41(2): 147-51.

Culturally informed social work practice with American Indian clients: guidelines for non-Indian social workers.

Williams EE, Ellison F.

Chicago Read Mental Health Center, IL 60634, USA. ediewms@aol.com

Culturally informed social work health and mental health interventions directed toward American Indian clients must be harmonious with their environment and acculturation. This article discusses American Indian beliefs about health and illness and degrees of acculturation. Guidelines are offered to help non-Indian social workers design culturally appropriate interventions.