Research Catalog

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Additional authors

1. Rothblum, Esther D.
2. Bond, Lynne A., 1949-
3. Vermont Conference on the Primary Prevention of Psychopathology (17th : 1995 : University of Vermont)

Description

1. xix, 282 pages : illustrations; 24 cm.

Summary

1. Even in today's society, gay men, lesbians, and bisexuals experience multiple pressures and constraints related to their chosen lifestyles, in addition to the stresses of everyday life. This dual tension can result in psychopathology among gay men, lesbians, and bisexuals. Preventing Heterosexism and Homophobia examines the gay and lesbian experience in light of this tension and points toward a future free of heterosexism. The stress of "coming out," the uncertainty of parenting their children, and the difficulties facing ethnic minority lesbians and bisexuals cannot be adequately addressed without confronting the heterosexual bias in society. The contributors to this informative volume propose methods geared to the elimination of the heterosexual bias in various settings - health care, therapy, communities, corporate America, and education. Ultimately, this book examines both the risks and joys of being gay, lesbian, and bisexual, and how to prevent heterosexism and its effects on the lives of all people, including those of heterosexuals.

Series statement

1. Primary prevention of psychopathology ; v. 17

Uniform title

1. Primary prevention of psychopathology ; v. 17.

Subject

1. Heterosexism > United States > Prevention > Congresses
2. Homophobia > United States > Prevention > Congresses
3. Gay people > United States > Social conditions > Congresses
4. Homosexuality > United States > Congresses
5. Prejudice > Congresses
6. Gays > Social conditions
7. Heterosexism > Prevention
8. Homophobia > Prevention
9. Sexismus
10. Homosexualität
11. Aufsatzsammlung
12. Lesbische Orientierung
13. Seksisme
14. Homoseksualiteit
15. Psychopathologie
16. Discriminatie
17. Sexismus
18. Aufsatzsammlung
19. Lesbische Liebe
20. United States

Genre/Form

1. Congress
2. proceedings (reports)
3. Conference papers and proceedings
4. Conference papers and proceedings.
5. Actes de congrès.

Contents

1. Introduction: Approaches to the prevention of heterosexism and homophobia / Esther D. Rothblum and Lynne A. Bond -- Part I. Institutions and systems. Speaking of oppression: psychology, politics, and the language of power / Celia Kitzinger. Combating heterosexism in educational institutions: structural changes and strategies / Connie S. Chan. Preventing heterosexism and bias in psychotherapy and counseling / Laura S. Brown. Lesbians and gay men of color: the legacy of ethnosexual mythologies in heterosexism / Beverly Greene. Rejecting therapy: using our communities / Rachel E. Perkins -- Part II. Relationships and development. Finding a sexual identity and community: therapeutic implications and cultural assumptions in scientific models of coming out / Paula C. Rust. Enhancing the development of lesbian, gay, and bisexual youths / Anthony R. D'Augelli. Lesbian and gay love scripts / Suzanna Rose. Immigrant and refugee lesbians / Oliva M. Espín. Contributions of lesbian and gay parents and their children to the prevention of heterosexism / Charlotte J. Patterson.
2. Part III. Societal structures and social change. Societal reaction and homosexuality: culture, acculturation, life events, and social supports as mediators of response to homonegative attitudes / Michael W. Ross. The prevention of anti-lesbian/gay hate crimes through social change and empowerment / Jeanine C. Cogan. Homo-phobia, homo-ignorance, homo-hate: heterosexism and AIDS / Lynda J. Ames. Individual action and political strategies: creating a future free of heterosexism / Joy A. Livingston.

Owning institution

1. Princeton University Library

Note

1. Based on the 17th Vermont Conference on the Primary Prevention of Psychopathology held in June 1995 at the University of Vermont.

Bibliography (note)

1. Includes bibliographical references and index.