Sexual Preference Biases in Counseling: An Information Processing Approach.

Casas, J. Manuel; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ280776

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Publication Date: 1983-Apr

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Sexual Preference Biases in Counseling: An Information Processing Approach.

Casas, J. Manuel; And Others

Journal of Counseling Psychology, v30 n2 p139-45 Apr 1983

Used an illusory correlation paradigm to measure stereotyping by mental health professionals on the processing of information about individuals. Mental health professionals (N=34) were presented cards that identified hypothetical persons according to sex and sexual preference. Results showed stereotyping did affect the processing of information. (Author/JAC)

Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Congruence (Psychology), Counseling Techniques, Counselor Attitudes, Counselor Client Relationship, Counselors, Homosexuality, Recall (Psychology), Sex Stereotypes, Sexual Orientation

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Language: English

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