Focusing on critical emerging issues in regard to multicultural families, the fourth edition of this popularbook reflects fundamental issues surrounding assessment and treatment of families from diverse culturalbackgrounds. The most effective treatment methods for working with culturally diverse families across thelife cycle are covered in detail. Individual chapters focus on a variety of distinct ethnic groups includingAfrican American, Hispanic, Asian American, Native American, and Arab American, as well as the needs ofLGBTQ multicultural families and the role of spirituality.The text underlines the importance of an intersectional approach to working with families that, in additionto culture and ethnicity, also considers socioeconomic class, gender, age, religion, immigration status, andsexual orientation as important factors. Additionally, the text expands its direct-practice view with theaddition of four new chapters written by psychologists, plus a new chapter on health issues in multiculturalfamilies and access to health services. The text is updated with the latest knowledge and research, along withnew and revised case vignettes demonstrating culturally competent practice.
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