ABSTRACT
Cinematherapy is the use of movies as an intervention with clients. When done well, it is used to evoke and process emotion, psychoeducate, increase empathy, and problem-solve. However, there is no literature on utilizing movies as an intervention with African American couples. Based on literature and research about culture-informed interventions and media literacy, cinematherapy with African American couples would be more meaningful and effective if clinicians utilize Black-oriented movies.
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Black or African American/psychology , Couples Therapy/methods , Motion Pictures , Psychotherapy/methods , Culturally Competent Care , Ethnicity , Humans , Race FactorsABSTRACT
This article outlines special issues related to being a nonheterosexual youth. Information is presented on the sexual development of homosexual youth and their unique challenges. Included are data about the average age of initial awareness and self-identification of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, and questioning youth. The average age of awareness of homosexual orientation is between 10 or 11 years, while the average for identifying or self-labeling is ages 13-15. This age range is consistent across studies. The special issues related to a unique sexual development, prejudices associated with being a nonheterosexually oriented youth, typical behavioral outcomes of dealing with discrimination, and major health concerns for this at-risk population are identified. Finally, implications for health care professionals working with these adolescents are outlined.