The Psychology of Ethnic Groups in the United States

Pamela Balls Organista, Gerardo Marin, Kevin M. Chun

• Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
• Year: 2009
• Print ISBN: 9781412915403
• eBook ISBN: 9781483302201
• Edition: 1
• Topic: Psychology
• Subtopic: History & Theory in Psychology
• Index: Psychology

"I am most enthusiastic about this book. I designed the course and was thrilled to see that I finally found a good PSYCHOLOGY book with these incredible authors who are so well-respected in their field."
—Alyson L. Burns-Glover, Pacific University of Oregon

"Well-organized and comprehensive coverage of ethnic psychology."
—Judith Chapman, Saint Joseph?s University

This comprehensive, research-based text allows undergraduate psychology students to explore fundamental issues and methods that distinguish the field of ethnic psychology within mainstream psychology. Combining theory with practical examples, it examines ethnic identities, acculturation, and biculturalism, while aiming to increase readers? sensitivity, awareness, and knowledge regarding the role of ethnicity and culture in human behavior.

Key Features

• Diverse authorship that includes respected African American, Latino, and Asian American researchers
• Significant theoretical formulations (on ethnic identity, acculturation, biculturalism, etc.) are covered, offering students a foundation for examining the relationship between ethnicity and human behavior, adjustment, and social conditions
• Vignettes at the beginning of each chapter provide practical applications of key topics, while boxes and side bars give examples of relevant research, data, and commentary
• Chapter-ending key terms, Learn by Doing exercises, and suggested readings reinforce comprehension and retention

Intended audience

Undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in Multicultural Psychology, Psychology of Ethnic Groups, Minority Psychology, Cross Cultural Psychology and similar classes.

Table of contents

• Cover
• Brief Contents
• Detailed Contents
• Introduction
• 1 - Ethnic Diversity and Psychology
• 2 - Basic Theoretical Concepts
• 3 - Methodological Issues in Ethnic Psychology Research
• 4 - Acculturation
• 5 - Intersecting Identities
• 6 - Family Structure, Relations, and Socialization
• 7 - Social Behavior in an Ethnically Diverse Society
• 8 - Physical Health
• 9 - Psychological Distress and Treatment Issues
• 10 - An Epilogue on the Future of Ethnic Psychology
• References
• Subject Index