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OverviewNote to Readers: Publisher does not guarantee quality or access to any included digital components if book is purchased through a third-party seller. Features a new intersectional approach to assessment and treatment and interweaves the perspectives of psychologists Focusing on critical emerging issues in regard to multicultural families, the fourth edition of this popular book reflects fundamental issues surrounding assessment and treatment of families from diverse cultural backgrounds. The most effective treatment methods for working with culturally diverse families across the life cycle are covered in detail. Individual chapters focus on a variety of distinct ethnic groups including African American, Hispanic, Asian American, Native American, and Arab American, as well as the needs of LGBTQ multicultural families and the role of spirituality. The text underlines the importance of an intersectional approach to working with families that, in addition to culture and ethnicity, also considers socioeconomic class, gender, age, religion, immigration status, and sexual orientation as important factors. Additionally, the text expands its direct-practice view with the addition of four new chapters written by psychologists, plus a new chapter on health issues in multicultural families and access to health services. The text is updated with the latest knowledge and research, along with new and revised case vignettes demonstrating culturally competent practice. NEW TO THE FOURTH EDITION:Provides a new intersectional approach to assessment and treatment Adds the perspectives of psychologists in four completely new chapters Includes a new chapter on DSM-5 from a multicultural perspective, plus new chapters on health and access to health services Offers the most up-to-date knowledge and research Provides new and updated case vignettes Reflects changes in the family unit over the last quarter century and how they impact treatment Addresses distinct sociopolitical issues affecting immigrants and undocumented families KEY FEATURES:Focuses on the most important emerging issues of multicultural families Covers multicultural mental health across the life span Encompasses the distinct perspectives of different ethnic and racial groups and those of LGBTQ families Discusses domestic violence and substance abuse in regard to multicultural families Delineates the most effective treatment methods Examines the culturagram as a useful assessment and treatment planning modality Addresses ethical issues including the NASW code of ethics Full Product DetailsAuthor: Elaine Congress, DSW, MSW , Manny J. González, PhDPublisher: Springer Publishing Co Inc Imprint: Springer Publishing Co Inc Edition: 4th New edition Weight: 0.333kg ISBN: 9780826154149ISBN 10: 082615414 Pages: 470 Publication Date: 20 May 2020 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsContributors Foreword Preface Acknowledgments PART I: OVERVIEW 1. Using the Culturagram and an Intersectional Approach in Practice With Culturally Diverse Families 2. Practice With Multiracial Individuals and Families 3. Transracial Adoption and Transracial Socialization: Clinical Implications and Recommendations 4. The DSM-5 From a Multicultural Perspective 5. Evidence-Based Practice With Ethnically Diverse Clients PART II: ADMINISTRATIVE AND LEGAL PERSPECTIVES 6. Managing Agencies for Multicultural Services 7. Legal Issues in Practice With Immigrants and Refugees PART III: LIFE CYCLE PERSPECTIVES 8. The Multicultural Triangle of the Child, the Family, and the School: Culturally Competent Approaches 9. Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Working With Adolescents 10. Working With Culturally Diverse Older Adults PART IV: PRACTICE WITH INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES FROM DIFFERENT RACIAL/ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS AND GENDER ORIENTATION 11. Practice With African American Families 12. Practice With Hispanic Individuals and Families 13. Practice With Asian Immigrant Families and Intergenerational Issues 14. Practice With Native American Families 15. Practice With Arab American Families 16. Practice With Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender People and Their Families PART V: PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES WITH MULTICULTURAL FAMILIES 17. Health Beliefs, Care, and Access of Individuals and Families From Diverse Backgrounds 18. Spirituality and Culturally Diverse Families: The Intersection of Culture, Religion, and Spirituality 19. HIV/AIDS and Latinx Families: Practice Considerations 20. Substance Abuse 21. Practice With Immigrant Victims of Domestic Violence 22. Culture, Intersectionality, and Suicide PART VI ETHICAL ISSUES AND FUTURE DIRECTIONS 23. Ethical Issues and Future Directions IndexReviewsAuthor InformationElaine Congress, DSW, MSW, is Professor and Associate Dean at the Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service. At the United Nations she represents three NGOs (Non-government Organizations), the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW), the Institute of Multicultural Counseling and Education Services (IMCES), and Fordham University. Each year she oversees a group of Fordham graduate students at the United Nations. Dr. Congress is also a member of the executive committee of the NGO Committee on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, is Vice-chair of the NGO Committee on Mental Health and is active on the NGO Committee on Migration and the Committee on the Status of Women. She has served as the North American representative on the IFSW's Permanent Committee on Ethical Issues. Manny John González, PhD, is an associate professor and program coordinator of the doctoral program at the Phyllis and Harvey Sandler School of Social Work at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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