Ki te mārama i te tangata me mārama hoki i tōna ao : Are cultural competencies critical for Māori mental health practitioners? : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Philosophty (Maori Studies), Massey University

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dc.contributor.authorEvans, David Rāwiri
dc.contributor.authorEvans, David Rāwiri
dc.date.accessioned2011-11-14T02:30:00Z
dc.date.available2011-11-14T02:30:00Z
dc.date.issued2010
dc.description.abstract“Ki te mārama i te tangata me mārama hoki i tōna ao” (if you wish to understand a man, know the world in which he lives) is a contribution to the field of cultural and clinical practice. It offers insight into the connections between cultural and clinical modes of service delivery and the inevitable interface between the two. In a broader sense, it also speaks to the application of traditional concepts to modern times – synergies and parallels, but also conflicts and contradictions. The research is an illustration of how it might be possible to walk in two worlds, and how this might be within health service settings. The methodology uses literature and formal interviews to formulate the research findings and to support the development of a Mātauranga Māori model of practice and service management – The Raukura Framework. A single hypothesis is central to this work: “Are cultural competencies critical for Māori mental health practitioners?” “Me he toroa ngunungunu” (like an albatross with its head nestled under its wing) is the whakatauākī that has guided this work. Known for its majestic and inspiring presence, the toroa or (albatross) has often guided Māori. In traditional times the bird was seen as a chiefly figure, a symbol of high rank, and a metaphor for greatness and nobility. In this thesis, these types of metaphors are interwoven in its design; they have shaped and guided the research, and like the toroa they will hopefully reach beyond the pages of study to explore new horizons and new levels of insight. Moreover, to provide a catalyst through which sustained and positive health outcome for Māori might be achieved.en_US
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/10179/2866
dc.publisherMassey Universityen_US
dc.rightsThe Authoren_US
dc.subjectMental health servicesen_US
dc.subjectTranscultural health careen_US
dc.titleKi te mārama i te tangata me mārama hoki i tōna ao : Are cultural competencies critical for Māori mental health practitioners? : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Philosophty (Maori Studies), Massey Universityen_US
dc.typeThesisen_US
thesis.degree.disciplineMaori Studies
thesis.degree.grantorMassey University
thesis.degree.levelMasters
thesis.degree.nameMaster of Philosophy (M.Phil.)
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