Readings in Ethnic Psychology

A collection of writings which examine the sociodemographic characteristics and histories of different American ethnic groups and explores psychosocial conditions and clinical and treatment issues of these groups. This pioneering reader is a collection of fundamental writings on the influence of culture and ethnicity on human social behavior. An overview of current psychological knowledge about African Americans, Asian Americans, American Indians, and Hispanics/Latinos in the United States, Readings in Ethnic Psychology addresses basic concepts in the field--race, ethnic identity, acculturation and biculturalism. In addition, psychosocial conditions such as risk behaviors, adaptive health behaviors, psychological distress, and culturally appropriate interventions are also explored.

First published in 1998. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.