Preventing Adolescent Depression and Suicide Among Latinas: Resilience Research and Theory [Paperback]

Since the 1960s,?in comparison to other ethnic and gender groups,?a higher rate of depression and suicide ideation?has been documented for Latina girls. This Brief offers a concise summary of contemporary research on this critical topic.Among the considerations are the influence of bullying, families, immigration, and culture on Latina adolescent mental health. Presenting cutting-edge multiracial feminist frameworks for new and existing empirical findings, this book serves to guide the future research agenda on this topic. Clinical recommendations are also included.La Llorona Calling: The Epidemic of Latina Adolescent Depressive Symptoms and Suicidality.- What Drove Her to Do It? Theories of Depression and Suicide.- Latina Adolescent Resilience Rooted within Cultural Strengths.- Risk Factors for Latina Adolescents' Mental Health and Well-being.- Reclaiming Malintzin: Healing and Preventing Latina Adolescent Depression and Suicide.

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Preventing Adolescent Depression and Suicide Among Latinas: Resilience Research and Theory is a well-written, informative book that articulates the issues about Latina adolescent depression and suicide. & The book is an essential read for anyone who is working with Latina adolescents, especially because it contains so many salient ideas about cultural awareness, personal strengths, and protective factors. & Read this informative book and gain a clearer understanding of the problem and promising strategies. (Carol Drucker and Gena Castro Rodriguez, PsycCRITIQUES, Vol. 59 (36), September, 2014)Andrea J. Romero, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor with joint appointments in Family Studies & Human Development, and Mexican American and Raza Studies at the University of Arizona. She has affiliated positions in the Psychology Department, Latin American Studies, Womens Studies, and Public Health. She received her doctorate in Social Psychology from the University of Houston in 1997 with a minorlã#