Posted by ert on January 29, 2012, at 14:51:17
In reply to Re: Interest in ethnicity » sleepygirl2, posted by Dinah on January 29, 2012, at 14:03:43
> I don't think I have. What do you mean? I think New Orleans culture trumps many ethnic differences, although my experience lies solely within "European". I don't really notice any overwhelming cultural influences on views on mental health. In my experience it's been more about individual personalities, and personal experience.
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> My ancestors were English, German, and French. My mother has long been interested in geneology. I've only recently become interested.Where I live are ethnics (fugitives, immigrants) who were able to accommodate better than other ethnics. Being healthy has to do among other things with education or money too, depending on what healthcare system is established.
Language is an important factor. Language and being able to communicate has definitely something to do with being able to accommodate, integrate and learn.
People feel uncomfortable if they don't understand each other.
Personally, I must admit that I have more affinity for some ethnics than for other ethnics. e.g. persons from the region of Asia are sometimes less prone to violence or drug crime, but of course you can't generalize completely, exceptions do not fully prove the rule.
I am not sure if that was a somewhat appropriate answer to your question.
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