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:Serves as the first text to examine African American psychology from a strengths-based perspectiveGrounded in a lifespan perspectiveFocuses on ethnic-racial socialization and ethnic-racial identityAddresses mental and physical healthDemonstrates how communities have used strength-based techniques to achieve positive outcomesIntegrate values common to Western AfricaIncludes learning objectives, discussion questions, closing summary, and boldfaced key termsProvides PowerPoints and a sample syllabus
✔ Author(s): Stacie DeFreitas PhD
✔ Title: African American Psychology: A Positive Psychology Perspective
✔ Rating : 4.7 out of 5 base on (25 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 0826150055
✔ ISBN-13: 9780826150059
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
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Lucy Garraway
The way the author handled complex emotions and relationships was remarkable. I felt deeply connected to the characters, and their growth throughout the story was both inspiring and moving.
Virginia Savage
I couldn't stop raving about this book to my friends and family. It's a literary gem that deserves all the praise. I can't wait to dive into more works by this talented author.
Aileen Menzie
The characters in this book felt like old friends, and I was sad to say goodbye to them at the end. It's a testament to the author's talent for creating memorable and relatable personas.
