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Adolescent Psychiatry

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ISSN (Print): 2210-6766
ISSN (Online): 2210-6774

A Comparison of Child Mental Health Systems in France and the United States

Author(s): Cecile Delamare and Patricia Ibeziako

Volume 3, Issue 1, 2013

Page: [5 - 10] Pages: 6

DOI: 10.2174/2210676611303010002

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Abstract

Background and objectives: Economic conditions, policies, family environment and cultural models of parenting all impact a child’s well- being and development. Differing theoretical orientations in mental health between countries govern the respective under standing, assessment, and treatment of children and their families. Method: This paper provides an overview and critical examination of child mental health care systems in North America and Europe using the United States (US) and France as comparisons. Results: France has a national policy of universal access to health care; in the US access is determined largely by insurance companies and varies from state to state. Conclusions: By examining the similarities and differences between health care systems, mental health providers, training, diagnosis and treatment approaches in this cross-national comparison, much can be learned about developing effective practices to improve health care delivery worldwide.

Keywords: Cross-cultural comparisons, France, USA, children, adolescents, mental health


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