| Abstract: | Reviews the book, Culturally responsive counseling with Asian American men by William M. Liu, Derek Kenji Iwamoto, and Mark H. Chae (see record 2010-05136-000). Once in awhile, a book fills a gap in the literature like a critical missing piece to a puzzle. Culturally Responsive Counseling with Asian American Men is just that book, as there is scant literature that focuses on the mental health needs of Asian American men as a distinct group. The 346-page book contains 16 chapters, and the editors, Drs. Liu, Iwamato, and Chae, have thoughtfully brought together 24 contributors whose collective contributions cover both a breadth and depth of mental health concerns that impact Asian American men in the United States. Drawing from their expertise as clinicians, educators, researchers, and students, the authors cover a wide range of topics, such as acculturation, gendered racism, intergenerational masculinity strain, fatherhood, alcoholism, suicide, domestic violence and sexual aggression, sexual orientation, interracial and interethnic relationships, and the use of the Internet as a source of coping and healing. Culturally Responsive Counseling with Asian American Men is a unique book that can enhance the assessment, conceptualization, and intervention skills of all clinicians who work with Asian American men due to its strong clinical focus and integration of rich case studies throughout. Educators may consider this book as they seek to enrich and provide nuance to complex topics such as acculturation, racial identity, and intergenerational conflict. Finally, graduate students will find that this book is an excellent bridge between science and practice. It brings to life the theories and research learned in the classroom, and, at the same time, it enhances our knowledge, awareness, and skills for working with the Asian American male clients. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2011 APA, all rights reserved) |
