Description:
In an effort to effectively study, understand, and serve the fastest growing U.S. ethnic minority population, this book is an up-to-date reference that explicitly emphasizes the racial and ethnic diversity within this heterogeneous cultural group. The complexities inherent in the diverse Latino/a experience, as specified throughout the topics covered in this volume, become critical elements of culturally responsive and racially conscious mental health treatment approaches.
Review Quotes:
"Superb! Cultural Foundations and Interventions in Latino/a Mental Health is a must read for anyone interested in Latina/os. Hector Adames and Nayeli Chavez-Dueñas weaved psychological theory, research, and practice into a healing arpillera. This invaluable book is a timely and essential contribution to the field."
- Lillian Comas-Diaz, Executive Director & Clinical Professor, George Washington University School of Medicine and Transcultural Mental Health Institute, USA
"This is one of the most engaging, thorough, and practical books on Latino/a Mental Health."
- Martin La Roche, Associate Professor, Harvard Medical School, USA.
"This book offers a major contribution to understanding and effectively working with Latino/a students, families and mental health clients. It presents an excellent history of the journey of Latinos/a in the United States and their ability to maintain hope, dignity and connection to the past and future. The authors offer a powerful discussion of the role of skin color in Latino/a ethnic and cultural identity."
- Joseph L. White, Professor Emeritus of Psychology and Psychiatry, University of California, Irvine, USA.