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Index
Cover Image
Title Page
Copyright & Permissions
Dedication
Acknowledgements
Table of Contents
Contributors
Preface
The Beginning
The Book Design
About the Authors
The World in Which We Live
The Journey Begins
Unit I: Understanding Discrimination, Oppression, and Bias
Chapter 1. Discrimination and Oppression: Annette M. Whitehead-Pleaux
Introduction and Definitions
The Matrix of Domination/Interlocking Systems of Oppression Theory
The Effects of Oppression on Individuals
Conclusion
References
Chapter 2. I Don’t See You as Black/Gay/Disabled/Muslim/etc.: Microaggressions in Everyday Encounters: Susan Hadley
Personal Context
Overview of Microaggressions
Increasing Awareness: Making the Invisible Visible
Developing and Maintaining Anti-Oppressive Practices: Habit Formation and Vigilance
References
Chapter 3. Reflecting on Personal Bias: Nicole D. Hahna
Overview: Implications of Personal Bias
Unpacking White Privilege
Feminist Theory
Personal Bias and Music Therapy
Conclusion
References
Unit II: Cultures of Heritage
Chapter 4. Music Therapy with Hispanic/Latino Clients: Karen Estrella
My Story
Introduction
Worldview: Diversity Within the Culture
Generational/Migration Differences Within the H/L Culture: The Role of Acculturation/Assimilation and Bicultural Identities
Cultural Values and Health and Wellness
Music in Hispanic/Latino Culture
Conclusion
References
Chapter 5. East and Southeast Asian Culture: Xueli Tan & Feilin Hsiao
Introduction: Defining Asia
Diversity Within the Culture
Worldviews
Historical Realities Versus Popular Myths
Gender and Body Image
Overlapping Identities: Dual and Triple Minority Statuses
Models of Acculturation and Assimilation in Asian Culture
Meaning of Medicine and Well-Being
Health-Seeking Behaviors and the Use of Mental Health Services
Meaning and Function of Music
Conclusion
References
Chapter 6. Music Therapy in the South Asian-American Diaspora: Sangeeta Swamy
Introduction
Worldview
Diversity Within the Indian Subcontinent
Gender Differences
Acculturation
Generational Differences and Ethnic Identity
Minority Stress
Meaning of Medicine and Well-Being
Enabling Health and Well-Being
Historical Realities Versus Popular Myths
Meaning and Function of Music
Conclusion
References
Chapter 7. Discovering Arab/Middle Eastern Culture: Aksana Kavaliova-Moussi
Introduction
Historical Realities Versus Popular Myths
Cultural Values and Norms
Gender Differences
Generational Differences
Acculturation and Assimilation
Minority Discrimination
Meaning of Medicine and Well-Being
Arab/Middle Eastern Music and Its Function
Enabling Health and Well-Being: Recommendations for Music Therapists
Conclusion
References
Appendix A
Appendix B
Chapter 8. African-American Perspectives: Karen Jean Reed & Darlene Brooks
Worldview of the Community
Historical Realities Versus Popular Myths
Diversity Within the Culture
Culture Within the Race
Gender Differences Within the Culture
Generational and Migrational Differences
Acculturation/Assimilation
Microaggression and Oppression
Meaning of Medicine and Well-Being
Music of African Americans
Conclusion
References
Chapter 9. The Cultures of Native Americans/First Peoples: The Voices of Two Indigenous Woman Scholars: Therese M. West & Carolyn Kenny
Carolyn’s Story
Therese’s Story
Introduction
Worldview
Historical Realities Versus Popular Myths
Diversity Within the Culture
Gender Differences Within the Culture
Generational and Migrational Differences Within the Culture
Acculturation and Assimilation
Microaggression and Oppression
Meaning of Medicine and Well-Being
Meaning and Function of Music
Enabling Health and Well-Being
Conclusion
References
Chapter 10. “32 Flavors” (and Then Some): Reflections on Identities That Fall Somewhere in Between: Roia Rafieyan
Introduction
Worldview
Historical Realities
Myths and Stereotypes
Describing Diverse People
More Commonly Used Language
Diverse Identity Patterns
Microaggression and Discrimination
Discrimination
Health and Well-Being
Meaning and Function of Music
Conclusion
References
Resources
Glossary of Terms
Unit III: Cultures of Religion
Chapter 11. Muslim Cultures: Paige A. Robbins Elwafi
The Beginning of My Journey
The Basics of Islam
Worldview
Historical Realities Versus Popular Myths
Diversity Within Muslim Cultures
Gender Differences Within the Cultures
Generational and Migrational Differences
Meaning of Medicine and Well-Being
The Meaning of Music in Muslim Cultures
Enabling Health and Well-Being
Suggestions for Music Therapists
Conclusion
References
Appendix A
Chapter 12. Two Jews, Three Opinions: Rebecca J. Froman & Debra Jelinek Gombert
Worldview
Diversity Within the Culture
Gender Differences Within the Culture
Generational and Migration Differences
Acculturation and Assimilation
Historical Realities Versus Popular Myths
Microaggressions
Meaning of Medicine, Health, and Well-Being
Meaning and Function of Music
Mazel Tov!
References
Appendix A
Appendix B
Appendix C
Appendix D
Appendix E
Unit IV: Cultures of Sexual Orientation and Gender
Chapter 13. The Cultures of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning Communities: Spencer Hardy & Annette Whitehead-Pleaux
Worldview
Historical Realities Versus Popular Myths
Diversity Within the LGBTQ Culture
Acculturation and Assimilation
Minority Stress
Meaning of Medicine and Well-Being
Meaning of Music
Conclusion
References
Chapter 14. Intersections of Gender and Culture: Sandra L. Curtis
Introduction
Myths, Stereotypes, Double Standards, and Realities
Diversities Within Gender
Internalization
Meaning of Health and Well-Being
Meaning and Function of Music
Conclusion
References
Unit V: Cultures of Disability and Survivorship
Chapter 15. Survivor Culture: Dawn McDougal Miller, Deforia Lane, & Annette Whitehead-Pleaux
Introduction
Etymology of the Term “Survivor”
Cancer Survivorship
Cancer Survivor Terminology
History of Terminology
Differing Views of Terminology
Seasons of Cancer Survivorship
Myths About the Culture
Diversity Within the Culture
Meaning and Functions of Music
Conclusion
References
Chapter 16. The Culture of Disability: Marcia Humpal
Introduction
General Overview
Worldview
Historical Information
Diversity Within the Culture
Gender Differences
Acculturation and Assimilation
Microaggression and Oppression
Overlapping Cultures: The Additive Model of Oppression
Meaning of Medicine and Well-Being
Meaning and Function of Music
Empowering Health and Well-Being
References
Unit VI: Inclusive Music Therapy Education and Practice
Chapter 17. Minority Educators: Xueli Tan
Introduction
Current and Projected Landscapes
Bringing Forward the Invisible
Taxes and Tokens
Presumed (In)Competence
Strategies to Promote a Welcoming Environment
Conclusion
References
Chapter 18. Allies for Social Justice: Leah Oswanski & Amy Donnenwerth
What Is an Ally?
Individual and Systemic Allies
Ally as a Member of a Nondominant Group
Models of Ally Development
Becoming an Effective Ally
Awareness of Identity Markers, Values, and Privilege
Historical Realities Versus Popular Myths
The Work of an Ally
Conclusion
References
Appendix A
Chapter 19. Culturally Competent Music Therapy Assessments: Annette Whitehead-Pleaux, Stephanie L. Brink, & Xueli Tan
Introduction
What Is Cultural Competence?
Changing Demographics
Documents of the Associations
The Role of Education in Culturally Competent Music Therapy Assessment
Conclusion
References
Chapter 20. Technology and Culturally Competent Music Therapy Practice: Annette Whitehead-Pleaux
Electronic Music Technologies 101
Benefits and Limitations of EMTs
Conclusion
References
Conclusion
Are You Ready to Interrupt the Usual?
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