Ethnic Similarity in Counseling Psychology: A Review of Research.

Atkinson, Donald R.

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Publication Date: 1983

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Ethnic Similarity in Counseling Psychology: A Review of Research.

Atkinson, Donald R.

Counseling Psychologist, v11 n3 p79-92 1983

Reviews research on ethnic similarity in the counseling process. Results lend credibility to the theory of social influence, although research on counselor bias and counseling outcome appear evenly divided on the influence of ethnic similarity. While Blacks generally preferred Black counselors, research with other ethnic groups is needed. (JAC)

Descriptors: Counselor Characteristics, Counselor Client Relationship, Counselor Performance, Counselors, Ethnicity, Literature Reviews, Minority Groups, Participant Characteristics, Psychology

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Language: English

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