Why the exclusive use of Western practices is considered by Linklater as another form of colonialism

Linklater (2014) describes how Western approaches to mental health (i.e. psychiatry or
psychology) are inadequate for addressing historical and intergenerational trauma. For example,
she argues that Western psychiatry pathologizes trauma so that symptoms of distress are
perceived as deviations rather than as normal responses to adverse events. In 800-1000 words,
discuss Linklater’s position on the limitations of Western approaches and interventions. Be sure
to address the following points in your discussion:
1) The main critiques leveled at psychiatry – this should be balanced to include strengths as
well as limitations

2) Why the exclusive use of Western practices is considered by Linklater as another form of
colonialism
3) Describe how a decolonizing approach to health and wellness that addresses
historical/intergenerational trauma might be implemented. What are some potential
barriers and solutions to overcome them?
You are required to include:
• An introduction, body, & conclusion
• At least four
(4) assigned readings from the course, one of which must be Decolonizing
Trauma work (Linklater, 2014)
• Proper citations & references. No title page needed; just start the essay on the new page
that follows.
A superior response to this question will:
• Demonstrate substantive engagement with course materials (either by including more
sources or undertaking a deeper analysis integrating multiple concepts from the course)
• Will utilize 50-60% of the paper addressing Question 3 to explore future directions for
Indigenous healing
• Be written as a coherent essay, not as separate responses to each question sandwiched
between the introduction and conclusio

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