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Religion in the Lives of African Americans: Social, Psychological, and Health Perspectives examines many broad issues including the structure and sociodemographic patterns of religious involvement; the relationship between religion and physical and mental health and well-being; the impact of church support and the use of ministers for personal issues; and the role of religion within specific subgroups of the African American population such as women and the elderly. Authors Robert Joseph Taylor, Linda M. Chatters, and Jeff Levin reflect upon current empirical research and derive conclusions from several wide-ranging national surveys, as well as a focus group study of religion and coping. Recommended for students taking courses in racial and ethnic studies, multicultural and minority studies, black studies, religious studies, psychology, sociology, human development and family studies, gerontology, social work, public health, and nursing.
Use of Ministers for Personal Problems
Use of Ministers for Personal Problems
African American ministers are an important and vital resource for individuals and the African American community. A long tradition of work documents the diverse roles that clergy have played with respect to community leadership, development, and empowerment, and in brokering relations between black communities and social institutions and organizations within the broader society. Clergy have also played an important role in spearheading the provision of services to their congregations and surrounding communities through programmatic efforts organized by churches (Gilkes, 1980; Levin, 1984; Olson, Reis, Murphy, & Gem, 1988). Of particular note are antipoverty and material aid programs (Chaves & Higgins, 1992) and a range of church-sponsored programs and initiatives including youth programs (McAdoo & ...
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