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The purpose of the Handbook of African American Psychology is tprovide a comprehensive guide tcurrent developments in African American psychology It is designed tpresent theoretical, empirical, and practical issues that are foundational tAfrican American psychology It synthesizes the debates in the field and research designed tunderstand the psychological, cognitive, and behavioral development of African Americans The breadth and depth of the coverage in this handbook provides both foundational material and current developments Although similar topics will be covered in this text that are included in other works, this will be the only work in which experts in the field write on contemporary debates related tthese topics Moreover, the proposed text incorporates other issues that are typically not covered in related books The contributing authors alsidentify gaps in the literature and point tfuture directions in research, training, and practiceFeatures and Benefits:Renowned editors and contributors: The most well-respected and accomplished editors and authors in the area of African American psychology, and psychology in general, have come together tlend their expert analysis of issues and research in this fieldAppropriate for course use: With a consistent format from chapter tchapter and sections on historical development, cutting-edge theories, assessment, intervention, methodology, and development issues, instructors will find this handbook appropriate for use with upper-level undergraduate and graduate-level classesUnique coverage: The authors discuss issues not typically found in other books on African American psychology, such as ethics, certification, the gifted and talented, Hip-Hop and youth culture, common misconceptions about African Americans, and within-group differences related tgender, class, age, and sexual orientation
