Psychology of Blacks

<p>This text highlights the limitations of traditional psychological theories and approaches when applied to people of African descent. It provides information on how the African Centered Perspective is defined as well as how it operates in the context of the African American family with regard to identity development education mental health research and managing contemporary issues. It links the context of African American life to the traditions values and spiritual essence of their African ancestors in an attempt to acknowledge the African worldview and assist the African American community in addressing some of the challenges they continue to face.</p>