African American Psychology: A Positive Psychology Perspective Contributor(s): DeFreitas, Stacie (Author) |
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ISBN: 0826150055 ISBN-13: 9780826150059 Publisher: Springer Publishing Company OUR PRICE: $93.06 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: November 2019 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Ethnopsychology - Social Science | Black Studies (global) - Social Science | Ethnic Studies - General |
Dewey: 155.849 |
LCCN: 2019029225 |
Physical Information: 0.9" H x 7.1" W x 9.9" (1.40 lbs) 360 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This innovative text is the first to examine the contemporary psychological experience of African Americans through the lens of a positive, strengths-based model. It combats the deficit perspective that has permeated the psychological literature about African Americans by focusing on the strengths that have facilitated their growth and resilience--while also considering existing challenges and struggles. The author examines in depth the major areas of psychological research across family, peer, and romantic relationships, education, work, ethnic-racial socialization and identity, prosocial behavior and civic engagement, and the mental and physical health of African Americans today. With a focus on real life applications, the text includes pedagogical elements introducing topics in Current Events, Interventions in Practice, Individual Issues, African Cultural Values, and Media and Technology. Additional features include learning objectives in each chapter, discussion questions, a closing summary, an extensive trove of additional resources, and PowerPoints and a sample syllabus for instructors. Print version of book includes free, searchable, digital access to the entire contents. Key Features:
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