The Role of Faith Based Therapy in Treating Depression in African Americans

Masterarbeit , 2011 , 54 Seiten , Note: A

Psychologie - Beratung und Therapie

The purpose of this critical literature review study is to review the existing research related to faith-based counseling and its specific use for treating depression symptoms among African American adults. Forty-seven peer-reviewed articles from the professional literature were selected for review based on relevance to African Americans and faith based organizations. Results of the review indicated the need to critically evaluate efficacy of faith-based programs based on scientifically determined outcomes. The implications for positive social change include increased access to affordable healthcare in a trusting environment, decreased prevalence rates for depression in African Americans, and reduction in disparities in mental healthcare delivery.

Current research has indicated that there are disparities in mental healthcare treatment that are affecting African Americans. The literature has not strongly supported the use of spiritual leaders as counselors primarily because of a lack of certification in mental health counseling among clergy. However, the literature has shown that religious faith can have a positive effect on quality of life.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

LIST OF TABLES

Chapter 1 Introduction to the study
Introduction
Statement of Problem
Background Data
Purpose of the Study
Operational Definitions
Significance of the Study
Research Questions
Assumptions and Limitations
Summary

Chapter 2 Literature Review
Introduction
Overview of Depression
Disparity in Diagnosis and Treatment
Role of the Church in the African American Community
Faith-Based Therapy
Discussion of Relevant Literature
Conclusion

Chapter 3 Research Methodology
Introduction
Research Design
Sample
Data Collection
Exclusion Criteria
Data Analysis

Chapter 4 Research Findings
Introduction
Research Findings and Discussion
Conclusion

Chapter 5 Integrative Summary, Recommendations, and Conclusion
Introduction
Implications for Social Change
Recommendations for Further Study
Reflection
Conclusion

References

• Hochschule: Walden University (Public Health)
• Note: A
• Autor: Jacquelyn Claude (Autor:in)
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2011
• Seiten: 54
• Katalognummer: V463263
• ISBN (eBook): 9783668927230
• ISBN (Buch): 9783668927247
• Sprache: Englisch
• Schlagworte: role, faith, based, therapy, treating, depression, african, americans