African American boys [electronic resource] : identity, culture, and development / Faye Z. Belgrave, Joshua K. Brevard.

This book discusses current research on identity formation, family and peer influences, risk and resilience factors, and concepts of masculinity and sexuality in African American boys. Sorting out genuine findings from popular misconceptions and misleading headlines, this concise and wide-ranging re...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	Belgrave, Faye Z.
Language:	English
Published:	New York : Springer, [2015].
Series:	Advancing responsible adolescent development, $x 2195-089X
Subjects:	African American boys > Psychology. African American boys > Social conditions. African American boys > Attitudes. African American boys > Socialization. Developmental psychology.
Online Access:	Springer English/International eBooks 2015 - Full Set: 2015 (Springer Link)
Variant Title:	African American Boys: Identity, Culture, and Development
Format:	Electronic eBook

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Summary:	This book discusses current research on identity formation, family and peer influences, risk and resilience factors, and concepts of masculinity and sexuality in African American boys. Sorting out genuine findings from popular misconceptions and misleading headlines, this concise and wide-ranging reference covers the crucial adolescent years, ages 11-16, acknowledging diversity of background and experience in the group, and differences and similarities with African American girls as well as with other boys. In addition, the authors review strengths-based school and community programs that harness evidence and insights to promote pro-social behavior.
Bibliography Note:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 139-163) and index.
ISBN:	9781493917174 (online)