Psychology of Blacks - Centering Our Perspectives in the African Consciousness (Paperback, 4th New edition)

This book highlights the limitations of traditional psychological theories and approaches when applied to African descent people. It provides information on how the African Centered Perspective is defined, as well as how it operates in the context of the African American family with regard to identity development, education, mental health, research, and managing contemporary issues. It links the context of African American life to the traditions, values and spiritual essence of their African ancestors in an attempt to acknowledge the African worldview and assist the African American community in addressing some of the challenges they will face in the 21st century. Includes a thorough annotated bibliography for further reading. African Centered Psychology in the Modern Era, The African American Family, The Struggle for Identity Congruence, Psychological Issues in Education, Contemporary Approaches to Developmental Psychology, Mental Health Issues, Praxis in African American Psychology: Theoretical and Methodological Considerations, African Centered Psychology and Issues in the 21st Century.Psychologists or counselors working with the African American population.

General

Imprint:	Psychology Press
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	October 2010
First published:	2011
Authors:	Thomas A Parham • Adisa Ajamu • Joseph L. White
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 10mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	256
Edition:	4th New edition
ISBN-13:	978-0-13-182773-8
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Psychology > General Books > Children's & Educational > Humanities > History > General Books > Children's Fiction & Fun
LSN:	0-13-182773-1
Barcode:	9780131827738

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