Current directions in Black Psychology
by L S
1. African American Psychology
1.1. Image of Blacks & African (Americans)
1.2. Black resilience
1.3. Cultural mistrust
1.4. Positive well being & optimal functioning
2. Education
2.1. Intelligence Assessment
3. Culturally relevant Mental Health services
3.1. Bio-medical ethics
3.1.1. Clinical applications of African psychology
4. Political Culture
4.1. Analyzing power
4.1.1. "Buying into the system"
5. Addressing current (& covert) racism
5.1. Negative effects of racism
6. Critical conscious theory
6.1. Civic participation/Collective voice
6.1.1. Engagement of younger generations
7. Positive Psychology:An African American perspective
7.1. Empowerment
7.2. Resources
7.2.1. Spirituality
7.2.1.1. Community
7.2.1.1.1. Collective efficacy
7.3. Protective factors
7.3.1. Capabilities & strengths
7.4. Coping & well-being
7.4.1. Personal choices
7.4.1.1. Self regulation & reflection
8. Liberation Psychology
8.1. Comprehensive analysis of the Black condition
8.1.1. Addressing assets AND deficits
8.2. Social Equity & Justice
8.2.1. Resistance: commitment to expose & overcome social injustices
8.3. Vital strategies for transformation
8.3.1. Positive psychology/reflecting on a "rich" heritage
8.3.1.1. Empowerment/Creating hope
8.3.1.1.1. Social activism/Solidarity