From practicing behavioral sciences and in different countries & cultures. My experience is 9 plus years in India and 4 plus years in UAE (practicing now). Last 4 years with a multi cultural multinational population in Dubai, UAE shows. Main Differences: Clients come with the fairly good amount of homework on disease conditions, treatment options and profile of treating physician. Know their rights and will stand for it. Expect little more pampering. Prefer to opt for alternative treatment options, if possible. Will be strict with their follow-ups if they are on medication.
Very well concerned about the addictive liability, withdrawal symptoms. Usually come alone. A panic attack is a very common problem. Most of them have sleep problems. More vocal about their content/discontent about treatment. Time conscious. Services-more of commercial. Max clients / day- 16 to 20 against 40 to 50.…
