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charchew

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Robert Trotter's work in discovering the role of lead poisoning in some traditional medicines used by Mexican Americans is an example of critical medical anthropology.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Explain the concept of a culture-specific syndrome and discuss one example of a culture-specific syndrome including attention to symptoms, social distribution, and possible cause(s).
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: False

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Answer: The ideal answer will include:
1. A culture-specific syndrome is defined as a collection of signs and symptoms that is restricted to a particular culture or a limited number of cultures.
2. One example explained in depth in the text is susto: symptoms include lethargy, poor appetite, and anxiety.
3. It is found among Latino populations.
4. Understood to be caused by shock or a traumatic experience, it may also be prompted by a sense of social failure.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 10, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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