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Activism and LGBT Psychology

Activism and LGBT Psychology

Glassgold, Judith M.
Drescher, Jack

Hardcover

Series: Journal of Gay & Lesbian Psychotherapy, Book 11

Medical ReferenceGeneral Sociology

ISBN10: 0789036746
ISBN13: 9780789036742
Publisher: Routledge
Published: Mar 25 2008
Pages: 204
Weight: 0.88
Height: 0.50 Width: 5.83 Depth: 8.27
Language: English

Go beyond traditional approaches to therapy, research, and teaching Psychotherapy works toward change, but has traditionally focused solely on the individual. Today it is understood that discrimination and other adverse social conditions adversely affect the mental health of minority groups. Activism and LGBT Psychology takes note of the influence of social factors and offers examples of how mental health professionals can use their professional skills to empower the LGBT community. Respected leaders in the field of psychotherapy describe theoretical, clinical, community interventions, and personal approaches to changing attitudes toward LGBT people and within LGBT communities. Prejudice against a minority has an undeniable impact on mental health treatment. Recognizing and understanding this dynamic, Activism and LGBT Psychology reveals strategies to lessen societal discrimination, work for positive change, and reinforce LGBT-affirmative mental health practices. This valuable guide shows how to integrate the mental health professional's unique skills into activism for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender issues. Topics in Activism and LGBT Psychology include:

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