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Book SynopsisCombining theory and history with an active approach rooted in self-reflection, Multicultural Psychology applies a framework of self-awareness and social justice to foundational and current topics across Multicultural Psychology studies today. Multicultural Psychology focuses on identity and its social context to help students view culture not just as a minority issue, but a way of understanding all human experiences. Multicultural Psychology will help students apply concepts to their own lives at point of learning, to assess their own awareness and progress, and to consider their own role and ability to engage in social change. With this balanced approach, Multicultural Psychology helps students entering the course with varied levels of cultural and diversity awareness to understand their individual and social cultural contexts, to gain awareness of their interactions with others, and to understand the intersections that occur with other cultures across their lives and careers.
Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgments SECTION I: What is Multicultural Psychology? Chapter 1: What is Multicultural Psychology? Introduction to Multicultural Psychology A History of Pathologizing Is Science Always Objective? Research Issues Through a Multicultural Lens Impact in Everyday Life The Fourth Force Important Definitions in Multicultural Psychology A Broad Definition of Culture Your Journey Into Multicultural Psychology Chapter 2: Race: Historical Contexts and Contemporary Manifestations Defining Race Sociohistorical Context of our Contemporary World Asian Americans Latinx SECTION II: Individuals and Their Contexts Chapter 3: Culture and Worldview Cultural and Unique Experiences Models of Worldview and Values Worldviews in Day-to-Day Life Implications of Different Worldviews Chapter 4: Cultural Identity Development An Ecological Approach Identity Models Intersectionality of Identity Benefits of Developing a Healthy Ethnic and Racial Identity Chapter 5: Our Racialized Social Context: Racism, Oppression, and Stereotyping Stereotypes Racism Racism: Impacts, Maintenance, and Education Chapter 6: Whiteness The Historical Context for the Construction of Whiteness White Privilege Anger, Guilt, and Shame Using White Racial Identity to Deconstruct Whiteness SECTION III: Lived Experiences and Social Influences Chapter 7: Popular Culture, Social Media, Technology, and Representation Pop Culture, the News, and the Implications of Representations Social Media Technology Our Response Chapter 8: Being a Person of Color Microaggressions Cultural Appropriation Specific Issues for Specific Racial and Ethnic Minority Populations Chapter 9: Shades of Grey: Being a Biracial or Multiracial Person Definitions History of Experience of Biracial People in the United States Biracial Identity Development Models Contextual and Environmental Influences of Identity Development Common Themes in the Lives of Biracial Individuals Conclusion SECTION IV: Moving Ahead: Emerging Issues and Goals Chapter 10: Multicultural Psychology in Different Settings Multiculturalism in Schools Multiculturalism in the Workplace Multiculturalism in Psychology: Multicultural Counseling in Therapy Multiculturalism Can Be Brought to All Contexts Chapter 11: Looking to the Future: Becoming an Ally, Social Justice Work, and Emerging Issues Allyship Social Justice Critical Reflective Practice Media Primary and Secondary Education Family Messages Thinking About Your Future in Your Field Wholistic Cultural Reflexivity About the Authors Glossary References Appendix: Multicultural Novels Index
