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The ethnicity gap: the past, present, and future

Authors :
Suinn, Richard M.
Borrayo, Evelinn A.
Source :
Professional Psychology, Research and Practice. Dec, 2008, Vol. 39 Issue 6, p646, 6 p.
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

The gap between the growth of ethnic minority groups nationally and the numbers of such groups within psychology is described. Three topics relevant to professional psychology are considered: mental health services, the educational pipeline, and the governance structure within the American Psychological Association. The authors outline past and current data and recommend actions for the future. Keywords: ethnic minority, mental health services, educational pipeline, American Psychological Association governance, demographics

Subjects

Subjects :
Minorities -- Psychological aspects
Minorities -- Health aspects
Ethnic groups -- Psychological aspects
Ethnic groups -- Health aspects
Psychology -- Demographic aspects
Psychiatric services -- Demographic aspects
Psychiatric services -- Access control
Company business management
Psychology and mental health
American Psychological Association -- Management

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
07357028
Volume :
39
Issue :
6
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Professional Psychology, Research and Practice
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.191646040

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