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Schooling (Hetero)Normative Practices in the Islamic Republic of Iran
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Naeimi, Mohammad; Kjaran, Jón Ingvar – Sex Education: Sexuality, Society and Learning, 2022
Drawing on a critical discourse analysis of policy documents and textbooks, this paper contributes to the growing field of research on the role of schools and schooling with regards to the construction of gender and sexuality by focusing on school practices and educational spaces. We argue that the nation-state in the Islamic Republic of Iran is a…
Descriptors: Islam, Educational Practices, Gender Differences, Sexual Orientation
Impossible Dreams, Impossible Choices, and Thoughts about Depolarizing the Debate
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Morrow, Susan L.; Beckstead, A. Lee; Hayes, Jeffrey A.; Haldeman, Douglas C. – Counseling Psychologist, 2004
The titles of the reactions to this major contribution alone set the stage for further exploration of the issues regarding the hopes and dreams of same-sex attracted (SSA) clients in religious conflict and their therapists, issues of choice, and whether or not it is possible - or even appropriate - to depolarize the current debate (Gonsiorek,…
Descriptors: Ethics, Religious Conflict, Sexual Orientation, Sexual Identity
Conversion Therapy: Ethical Considerations in Family Counseling.
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Steigerwald, Fran; Janson, Gregory R. – Family Journal: Counseling and Therapy for Couples and Families, 2003
Explores the ethical and practical considerations of conversion therapy when counseling families and individuals within families with gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transsexual concerns. Emphasis is placed on the need for counselors to assess personal biases in the area of working with sexual minorities. Presents a reflective exercise and case study…
Descriptors: Bias, Bisexuality, Client Characteristics (Human Services), Counseling Techniques
The Practice and Ethics of Sexual Orientation Conversion Therapy.
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Haldeman, Douglas C. – Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 1994
Notes that, despite declassification of homosexuality as mental illness, efforts to sexually reorient lesbians and gay men continue. Examines construct of sexual orientation. Reviews literature in psychotherapeutic and religious conversion therapies, finding no evidence that such treatments are effective in their intended purpose. Establishes need…
Descriptors: Classification, Counseling Effectiveness, Counseling Techniques, Ethics
Efforts To Modify Sexual Orientation: A Review of Outcome Literature and Ethical Issues.
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Throckmorton, Warren – Journal of Mental Health Counseling, 1998
Reviews successful efforts to modify patterns of sexual arousal from psychoanalytical, behavioral, cognitive, group, and religious perspectives. Presents an ethical analysis of the American Counseling Association's resolution expressing concerns about conversion therapy. Concludes that efforts to assist homosexuals who wish to modify their…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Cognitive Psychology, Counseling, Ethics
Addressing Sexual Orientation and Professional Ethics in the Training of School Psychologists in School and University Settings.
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Bahr, Michael W.; Brish, Barbara; Croteau, James M. – School Psychology Review, 2000
Discusses training in the field of school psychology in relation to the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (sexual minority) youth. Using the NASP Principles for Professional Ethics, explains how ethical principles are used to advocate for sexual minority youth. The final section describes specific strategies that school…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Bisexuality, Educational Environment, Ethics