- Research Article
- 10.1007/s11013-026-09970-7
Review of the Book 'Under the Gaze of Global Mental Health: A Critical Reflection'.
- Feb 02, 2026
- Culture, medicine and psychiatry
- Delia Da Mosto + 1 more +1
The book Under the Gaze of Global Mental Health: A Critical Reflectionoffers a powerful critique of Euro-North American epistemology and biomedical universalism, which continue to shape global mental health policies and practices. The authors challenge the assumption that Euro-North American ways of understanding the mind and mental illness are universally valid, arguing instead that these frameworks reflect a colonial legacy with practical and epistemological consequences - particularly through the influence of international agencies.
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