What is Indigenous Psychology

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Understanding each culture from its own frame of reference, including its own ecological, historical, philosophical, and religious or spiritual context; based on knowledge which emerges from the target culture rather than either directly or indirectly from another location; an underlying premise which suggests psychological principles cannot be assumed to be universally similar- this knowledge stems from scholars located in the specific culture, has meaning within the specific culture, and is for the individuals within that culture; advocates examining knowledge, skills, and beliefs individuals have about themselves and how they function in their cultural context, which is not restricted to the study of indigenous individuals or even the use of a particular method, rather indigenous psychology is in fact necessary for all cultural, indigenous, and ethnic groups, including economically developed countries; some scholars argue that theories and strategies used in the United States are in fact indigenous to the U.S. cultures. Learn more in: Employee Wellness Programs: An International Examination

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The scientific study of human behavior and mind that is native, that is not transported from other regions, and that is designed for its people. It involves understanding each culture from its own frame of reference, including its own ecological, historical, philosophical, and religious or spiritual contexts. Learn more in: Counseling Chinese Communities in Malaysia: The Challenges and Needs in Mental Health Service Deliverance