African American Psychology | From Africa to America

(Fifth Edition)

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Faye Z. Belgrave | Kevin W. Allison | Camilla W. Nonterah

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African American Psychology provides comprehensive coverage of the field of African American psychology.  The authors skillfully convey the integration of African and American influences on the psychology of African Americans, a consistent theme throughout the text. The book also emphasize that understanding the psychology of African Americans is closely linked to understanding what is happening in the institutional systems in the United States. The Fourth Edition reflects notable advances and important developments in the field over the last several years. It includes evidence-based practices for improving the overall well-being of African American communities.  The 15 chapters include African-centered psychology, race and racism, kinship and family, neighborhoods and communities, cognition learning and language, health illness and disability, and psychosocial adaptation and mental health among others.  African American Psychology is an ideal textbook and a resource guide for professionals interested in the psychology of African Americans.