Filipino American psychology : a handbook of theory, research, and clinical practice /
Kevin L. Nadal.
- Second edition.
- xvii, 220 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Chapter 1 : Introduction to Filipino American Psychology. -- Chapter 2 : Filipino and Filipino American cultural values. -- Chapter 3 : Racial and ethnic identity development for Filipino Americans. -- Chapter 4 : Colonial mentality of Filipino Americans. -- Chapter 5 : Filipino American groups and communities. -- Chapter 6 : Filipino Americans and the model minority myth : contemporary experiences in education, health, and society. -- Chapter 7 : Filipino American experiences with gender and sexual orientation. -- Chapter 8: Multiracial, multiethnic, and adopted Filipino Americans. -- Chapter 9 : Mental health experiences and psychotherapy with Filipino Americans. --
"Filipino American Psychology 2 is a comprehensive book covering Filipino American mental health issues, it also describes mental health techniques and strategies for working with this population. The book can be used as a textbook for psychology, social sciences, or education classes; a referral guide for practitioners; and for general reading and knowledge about Filipino American history and experiences. Additionally, the book uses easy-to-read language, along with the usages of vignettes and case studies, which will allow the reader to gain personal insight about how various issues may manifest in personal, professional, and therapeutic settings"--