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Anne Fadiman
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341
MPS 0-374-52564-1
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When a Laotian child with epilepsy and her parents encounter the American health care system, cultural differences lead to multiple treatment crises, misunderstandings and sadness. A compelling tale of how cultural beliefs can profoundly affect people�s thoughts about illness and response to treatment.