Term Paper-Cultural Competency in Peer-Run Programs
- Review the article, “Cultural Competency in Peer-Run Programs: Results of a Web Survey and Implications for Future Practice.” Consider the findings regarding individual comfort level as it relates to race.
- Review the article, “A Psychoeducational Support Group for Serious Mental Illness.” Focus on the effects of the self-help group on participants.
- Review the article, “Empowerment and Peer Support: Structure and a Process of Self-Help in a Consumer-Run Center for Individuals with Mental Illness.” Consider the participants’ experiences as expressed in their own words.
- Review the media titled Creating Resources.
- Consider your opinions on the quality of each group member’s participation in the group.
