Main description:

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.

Contents:

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.