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The open science framework has garnered increased visibility and has been partially implemented in recent years. Open science underscores the importance of transparency and reproducibility to conduct rigorous science. Recently, several journals published by the American Psychological Association have begun adopting the open science framework. At the same time, the field of psychology has been reckoning with the current sociopolitical climate regarding anti-Blackness and White supremacy. As psychology begins to adopt the open science framework into its journals, the authors underscore the importance of embracing and aligning open science with frameworks and theories that have the potential to move the field toward antiracism and away from the embedded White supremacy value systems and ideals. The present article provides an overview of the open science framework; an examination of White supremacy ideology in research and publishing; guidance on how to move away from these pernicious values; and a proposal on alternate value systems to center equity, diversity, and inclusion with the aim of establishing an antiracist open science framework. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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This case study illustrates a brief therapy experience of 15 sessions with developmental aspects. The client initially presented with vague problems and ambivalence toward beginning therapy. As the therapeutic relationship developed the client was able to work through issues regarding independence and individuation from her family of origin. Transcripts are provided. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The author responds to the case scenario of Mr. X assuming that Mr. X is Hispanic/Latino. Factors important in counseling Hispanic/Latino clients are reviewed. The following models of racial and/or ethnic identity are reviewed: Racial/Cultural Identity Development model, (R/CID; Sue & Sue, 1990); counselor client interactional model (Helms, 1990, 1995); and the culturally specific and clinically derived Chicano/Latino ethnic development model (Ruiz, 1990). These models are applied to the case scenario of Mr. X in the areas of assessment and case conceptualization. Finally the reader is provided with counseling considerations that are guided by the use of the identity models. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objectives: Two studies and data sources were used to empirically compare and cross-validate three bidimensional acculturation measurement models.Method: Following a cross-sectional design and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), Study 1 examined the models in a sample of Central Florida Puerto Ricans (n = 484). In Study 2, the measurement model was retested on a separate sample of island Puerto Ricans (n = 399). To ensure adequate comparisons across the two samples, measurement invariance tests were performed.Results: A bidimensional six-factor model (B6F) resulted in the best model fit for both samples. Results indicated full configural, metric, uniqueness, factor variance, covariance, and partial scalar invariance between the 2 groups. An examination of mean differences between the samples revealed that Central Florida Puerto Ricans had a significantly stronger endorsement of Puerto Rican and European American values than those living in the island.Conclusions: This examination revealed that both groups share the same acculturation structure. That is, acculturation among Central Florida and island Puerto Ricans can be conceptualized as a bidimensional construct of simultaneous adherence to Puerto Rican and European American cultural aspects across behavioral, values, and ethnic identity domains. The B6F model of island Puerto Rican acculturation suggests that even in the absence of a migration experience, island Puerto Ricans may experience bidimensional and multifaceted acculturation. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2019 APA, all rights reserved). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Abstract: Objective: We aimed to evaluate frequency and co-occurrence of insomnia and sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) symptoms and potential co-morbidity (complex insomnia). Methods: A prospective self-assessment was conducted for adult patients with no prior sleep issues who presented to community-based primary care clinics for nonsleep-related complaints between November 2009 and June 2012. Results: A brief sleep health survey (SHS) assessed insomnia and SDB symptoms. Of 801 patients, 660 (82.4%) reported at least one insomnia symptom, and 289 (36.1%) reported an insomnia disorder (Insomnia Severity Index [ISI] >7 and self-reported daytime impairment due to insomnia). At least one SDB symptom was reported by 478 (59.7%) patients, and 177 (22.1%) reported two or more symptoms. Co-occurrence of insomnia and SDB symptoms (minimum of one symptom each of insomnia and SDB) occurred in 50.8% of the sample. Using liberal criteria to assess potential co-morbid disorders (complex insomnia), 187 (23.4%) patients reported an insomnia disorder and at least one SDB symptom. With more stringent criteria, including only those patients with moderate or severe insomnia disorders plus two SDB symptoms, 48 patients (6.0% of the sample or 16.6% of all patients with insomnia disorders) indicated potential complex insomnia. Conclusions: Co-occurrence of insomnia and SDB symptoms as well as the rate of potential complex insomnia was common among a moderately large sample of primary care patients without prior evaluations or diagnoses of sleep disorders. Clinical and research implications are discussed. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]

The factor structure of the Multidimensional Inventory of Black Identity (MIBI) was assessed in a sample of 272 African American college students using confirmatory and exploratory factor analyses. The fit indices from the confirmatory analyses did not support the seven-factor first-order model or two alternative higher-order models suggested by the developers, but yielded numerous recommendations for modifications. A post hoc exploratory factor analysis indicated that MIBI items were best represented by a five-factor structure. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Research on Black sexual health often fails to represent the heterogeneity of Black ethnic groups. For people of Caribbean descent in the USA, ethnicity is a salient cultural factor that influences definitions and experiences of sexual health. Most research on people of Caribbean descent focuses on the relatively high rate of STIs, but sexual health is defined more broadly than STI prevalence. Psychological and emotional indicators and the voice of participants are important to consider when exploring the sexual health of a minority culture. The purpose of this study was to qualitatively explore how heterosexual Black men of Caribbean descent define and understand sexual health for themselves. Eleven men who self-identified as Black, Caribbean and heterosexual participated in three focus groups and were asked to define sexual health, critique behaviours expertly identified as healthy and address what encourages and discourages sexual health in their lives. Findings point to six dimensions of sexual health for heterosexual Black men of Caribbean descent. These include: heterosexually privileged, protective, contextual, interpersonal, cultural and pleasurable dimensions. There were some notable departures from current expert definitions of sexual health. Recommendations for further theory development are provided.

Psychological research has shown the detrimental effects that overt heterosexism have on lesbian, gay, bisexual, and queer (LGBQ) clients and on the psychotherapeutic relationship. However, the effects of subtle forms of discrimination, specifically sexual orientation microaggressions, have on LGBQ clients and the therapeutic relationship have not been addressed. This study used qualitative methodology to explore the phenomenon of sexual orientation microaggressions with 16 self-identified LGBQ psychotherapy clients. Results of this study support the existence of sexual orientation microaggressions within the therapeutic environment and provide a descriptive account of 7 sexual orientation microaggression themes, channels of microaggression communication, and the impact microaggressions have on therapy and clients., (2011 APA, all rights reserved)