Preventing Heterosexism and Homophobia

Rothblum, Esther D. (Editor)/ Bond, Lynne A. (Editor)/ Vermont Conference on the Primary Prevention of Psychopathology 1995 (Corporate Author)/ VERMONT CONFERENCE ON THE PRIMARY PREVEN (Editor)

ISBN 10: 0761900233 / ISBN 13: 9780761900238

Published by Sage Pubns, 1996

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282 pages. 9.25x6.25x0.75 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Preventing Heterosexism and Homophobia
• Publisher: Sage Pubns
• Publication Date: 1996
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0761900233
• ISBN 13: 9780761900238
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.5 kilograms

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Synopsis

Even in today′s society, gay men, lesbians, and bisexuals experience multiple pressures and constraints related to their 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 their 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 toward eliminating 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. Students and professionals in interpersonal communication and interpersonal relations, clinical psychology, and public health will benefit greatly from the original perspectives this book has to offer.