Crisis Intervention Using the NASP PREPaRE Model (2nd ed.)

Evaluate Psychological Trauma
Assessment Variables
Variable 4d: Cultural Variations
i. Other important determinants of crisis reactions in general, and of
grief in particular, are family and cultural and religious beliefs.
ii. Crisis interveners should inform themselves about cultural norms
with the assistance of community cultural leaders who best
understand local customs.
Note. Sandoval & Lewis (2002).