Ethnicity - Conceptual and Methodological Issues in Child Clinical Research

Author(s): Martinez, C. R.

Journal/Book: J Clin Child Psychol. 1995; 24: 365 Broadway, Hillsdale, NJ 07642-1487. Lawrence Erlbaum Assoc Inc. 214-226.

Abstract: Despite changing population demographics, little empirical research has evaluated the role of ethnicity in relation to child clinical concerns. This article summarizes conceptual and methodological issues pertaining to child clinical research that involves ethnicity. We draw primarily from cross-cultural research methodology to address two major areas: the role of ethnicity in subject selection and research design, and measurement of ethnicity and other variables. The sociopolitical ramifications of studying and describing ethnicity-related variables are also discussed.

Note: Article SL Foster, Calif Sch Profess Psychol San Diego, 6212 Ferris Sq, San Diego, CA 92121 USA

Keyword(s): MINORITY CHILDREN; ETHICAL ISSUES; PSYCHOLOGY; IDENTITY; BEHAVIOR; IMPACT; RACE

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