Understanding Theology and Homosexuality in African American Communities [electronic resource] /
Loue, Sana.author.
Understanding Theology and Homosexuality in African-American Communities focuses specifically on helping mental professionals understand the scriptural and historical bases for the negative stance of some African American churches towards same-sex relations, and how that understanding is relevant within the context of mental health care. It provides a summary of the relevant professional literature and examples from clinical practice and/or research. This Brief is a basic reference for social workers, psychologists, counselors and other mental health professionals engaged in direct practice with African American clients and families.
Description based upon print version of record.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction -- Chapter 1. African Americans: History and Experience as the "Other" -- Chapter 2. Revelation and Liberation -- Chapter 3. Same-Sex Relations in Scripture and the African- American Church -- Chapter 4. Moving Forward with Individuals -- Chapter 5. Working with Families and Communities  -- Conclusion -- Notes -- References -- Index.
Understanding Theology and Homosexuality in African-American Communities focuses specifically on helping mental professionals understand the scriptural and historical bases for the negative stance of some African American churches towards same-sex relations, and how that understanding is relevant within the context of mental health care. It provides a summary of the relevant professional literature and examples from clinical practice and/or research. This Brief is a basic reference for social workers, psychologists, counselors and other mental health professionals engaged in direct practice with African American clients and families.
Social work.
Psychotherapy.
Counseling.
Psychotherapy   .
Social Work.
Psychotherapy and Counseling.
Psychotherapy.
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