As within any society, stigma toward mental illness exists in many Middle Eastern communities. In Middle Eastern communities, however, the concept of “aberoo” goes beyond stigma; it is a broader and more complex concept that includes the notion of self and a way of thinking that can profoundly affect one’s life. Aberoo can act as a barrier, preventing people from coming forward or accessing the mental health services they need.
Join this webinar as Poran Poregbal, MA, RSW, RCC, group therapist, at the Vancouver General Hospital’s Cross Cultural Clinic, discusses aberoo. The webinar will focus on how individuals from Middle Eastern and Farsi-speaking communities may deal with mental health issues and how service providers can help in de-stigmatizing.
This webinar is hosted by the Refugee Mental Health Project.