Download or read book Magico-Religious Groups and Ritualistic Activities written by Tony M. Kail and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2008-03-20 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than just a litany of artifacts, rituals, and symbols, this valuable book provides a cultural bridge for emergency responders. It places the information in a relevant context and offers crucial keys to communication, assessment, and treatment in culturally sensitive situations. Beginning with the importance of trans-cultural communication, the book separates fact from fantasy regarding Neo-Paganism, Santeria, Bantu religion (Palo Mayombe), Voodoo, and Curanderismo. Promoting functional cultural competency, this book provides the tools to properly assess situations, open lines of communication, protect cultural diversity, and provide effective emergency treatment.