From: ae606@FreeNet.Carleton.CA (Victoria Edwards) Lesbian and Gay Issues 2 Confronting Internalized Homophobia Margolies, Liz, Martha Becker and Karla Jackson-Brewer, "Internalized Homophobia: Identifying and Treating the Oppressor Within" in Lesbian Psychologies: Explorations and Challenges, Boston Lesbian Psychologies Collective, eds. (Chicago: University of Illinois Press, 1987), pp.229-241. Falco, Kristine L. "The Therapist - Homophobia" in Psychotherapy with Lesbian Clients: Theory into Practice (New York: Brunner/Mazel Publishers, 1991), pp.35-45. Sophie, Joan, "Internalized Homophobia and Lesbian Identity" in (1987) Journal of Homosexuality, pp. 53-65. Paper contains suggestions for therapists working with women who are having difficulty accepting their attractions to other women, lesbian behaviour or both. Strategies to reach the goal of promoting self-acceptance and reducing internalized homophobia are explained. Pharr, Suzanne. "Internalized Homophobia (Oppression) Workshop" in Naming the Violence: Speaking Out About Lesbian Battering, Kerry Lobel, ed. (Seattle: The Seal Press, 1986), pp.205-209. Pharr, Suzanne. "Women in Exile: The Lesbian Experience - Internalized Homophobia: The Damage of a Homophobic World" in Homophobia: A Weapon of Sexism (Little Rock: Chardon Press, 1988), pp. 65-91. Addictions Nicoloff, Lee K. and Eloise A. Stiglitz, "Lesbian Alcoholism: Etiology, Treatment, and Recovery" in Lesbian Psychologies: Explorations and Challenges, Boston Lesbian Psychologies Collective, eds. (Chicago: University of Illinois Press, 1987), pp.283-293. Israelstam, Stephen. "Alcohol and Drug Problems of Gay Males and Lesbians: Therapy, Counselling and Prevention Issues" in (1986) 16:3 The Journal of Drug Issues, pp. 443-461. Kus, Robert J. "Alcoholism and Non-Acceptance of Gay Self: The Critical Link" (1988) The Journal of Homosexuality, pp.25-41. Schilit, Rebecca and Gwat-Yong Lie. "Substance Use as a Correlate of Violence in Intimate Lesbian Relationships" (1990) 19:3 Journal of Homosexuality, pp. 51-65. Zehner, Marta Ann and Joyce Lewis. "Homosexuality and Alchoholism: Social and Developmental Perspectives" in With Compassion Toward Some: Homosexuality and Social Work in America, Robert Schoenberg, Richard S. Goldberg and David A. Shore, eds. (New York: Harrington Park Press, 1985), pp. 75-89. Counselling Hall, Marny. The Lavender Couch: A Consumer's Guide to Psychotherapy for Lesbians and Gay Men (Boston: Alyson Publications, Inc., 1985). (For consumers and therapists). Schwartz, Robert D. "When the Therapist is Gay: Personal and Clinical Reflections" in (1989) 1:1 Journal of Gay and Lesbian Psychotherapies, pp. 41-52. Gay psychiatrist explores effect of disclosure or discovery of a psychotherapists's gay or lesbian orientation to a client or patient. Stein, Terry S. "Theoretical Considerations in Psychotherapy with Gay Men and Lesbians" (1988) Journal of Homosexuality, pp.75-95. Cushman, Phillip W., Terry S. Gock and Larry Icard. "Ask the Board: Case II, Black Gay Male" in (1990) 1:3 Journal of Gay and Lesbian Psychotherapy, pp. 7-12. Case of a 19 year-old black male attracted to white men wrestling with issues of racism and ambivalence about sexual attraction. Issues discussed by psychiatrist, psychologist, and social worker include importance of racial concerns vis-a-vis sexual orientation, difference the race of the therapist makes. Relationship/Couple Garcia, Norma, Cheryl Kennedy, Sarah F. Pearlman, and Julia Perez, "The Impact of Race and Culture Differences: Challenges to Intimacy in Lesbian Relationships" in Lesbian Psychologies: Explorations and Challenges, Boston Lesbian Psychologies Collective, eds. (Chicago: University of Illinois Press, 1987), pp.142-160. Reilly, Mary Ellen and Jean M. Lynch, "Power-Sharing in Lesbian Relationships" in (1990) 19:3 Journal of Homosexuality, pp.1-29. Falco, Kristine L. "Lesbian Relationships" in Psychotherapy with Lesbian Clients: Theory into Practice (New York: Brunner/Mazel Publishers, 1991), pp.106-126. Modrcin, Matthew J. and Norman L. Wyers. "Lesbian and Gay Couples: Where They Turn When Help is Needed" in (1990) 1:3 Journal of Gay and Lesbian Psychotherapy, pp.89-104. Includes some race analysis, types of problems help is sought for, type of professional sought, etc. Decker, Beverly. "Counselling Gay and Lesbian Couples" in With Compassion Toward Some: Homosexuality and Social Work in America, Robert Schoenberg, Richard S. Goldberg and David A. Shore, eds. (New York: Harrington Park Press, 1985), pp. 39-52. Rotenberg, Lorie. "Lesbian Intimacy: Relationships Redefined" in 5:2 (June 1988) Rites, pp.12-13. Mental Health Falco, Kristine L. "Clinical Issues - Mental Health Diagnostics" in Psychotherapy with Lesbian Clients: Theory into Practice (New York: Brunner/Mazel Publishers, 1991), pp.57-70. Bianca Cody Murphy, "Educating Mental Health Professionals About Gay and Lesbian Issues" in Coming Out of the Classroom Closet: Gay and Lesbian Students, Teachers and Curricula, Karen M. Harbeck, ed. (New York: Harrington Park Press, 1992, pp.229-246. Woodman, Natalie Jane. "Mental Health Issues of Relevance to Lesbian Women and Gay Men" in (1989) 1:1 Journal of Gay and Lesbian Psychotherapy, pp.53-64. Author addresses sources of stress and problem situations, makes suggestions for intervention about anticipated loss and loss. Smith, Jaime. "Psychopathology, Homosexuality, and Homophobia" (1988) Journal of Homosexuality pp.59-73. Ross, Michael W., James A. Paulsen and Olli W. Stalstrom. "Homosexuality and Mental Health: A Cross-Cultural Review" (1988) Journal of Homosexuality, pp. 131-152. Hughes, Nym. "Because She Was a Lesbian" in Still Sane, Persimmon Blackbridge and Sheila Gilhooly, eds. (Vancouver: Press Gang Publishers, 1985), pp. 82-84. Garnets, Linda, Gregory M. Herek and Barrie Levy. "Violence and Victimization of Lesbians and Gay Men: Mental Health Consequences" in Hate Crimes: Confronting Violence Against Lesbians and Gay Men, Gregory M. Herek and Kevin T. Berrill, eds. (California: Sage Publications, Ltd., 1992) pp.207-226. Includes a section of suggestions for mental health practitioners. Rothblum, Esther D. "Depression Among Lesbians: An Invisible and Unresearched Phenomenon" in (1990) 1:3 Journal of Gay and Lesbian Psychotherapy, pp.67-87. DeCrescenzo, Teresa A. "Homophobia: A Study of the Attitudes of Mental Health Professionals Toward Homosexuality" in With Compassion Toward Some: Homosexuality and Social Work in America, Robert Schoenberg, Richard S. Goldberg and David A. Shore, eds. (New York: Harrington Park Press, 1985), pp. 115-136. Violence Burstow, Bonnie. "Lesbian Battery, Therapy and the Emerging Analyses: Affirming, Critiquing and Rethinking" (Year?) Hart, Barbara. "Lesbian Battering: An Examination" in Naming the Violence: Speaking Out About Lesbian Battering, Kerry Lobel, ed. (Seattle: Seal Press, 1986), pp.173-189. MacAuley, Donna, Laurie Chesley and Janice Ristock, "Coming Out About Violence" in Broadside, 10:5 (Aug./Sept. 1989), p.14. Island, David and Patrick Letellier. Myths about Lesbian and Gay Domestic Violence, reproduced in Lesbian and Gay Legal Issues: A Casebook, vol. II, Cynthia Petersen, ed. (University of Ottawa, Faculty of Law, 1991). Also: Newspaper articles re: battered spouse defense not working for lesbian in Florida, but was successful in a case in Boise, Idaho; Ohio state domestic violence law applies to gay men, lesbians and heterosexuals (legal definition of spousal relationship broadened, too). Robson, Ruthann. "Lavender Bruises: Intra-Lesbian Violence, Law and Lesbian Legal Theory" in Golden Gate University Law Review (1990) 20, pp. 567-580. (From Cynthia's casebook, vol.II) Kanuha, Valli. "Compounding the Triple Jeopardy: Battering In Lesbian of Colour Relationships" in Women and Therapy: A Feminist Quarterly (1990) 9:1/2, pp.169-178. (Casebook, vol.II) Berrill, Kevin T. "Anti-Gay Violence and Victimization in the United States: An Overview" in Hate Crimes: Confronting Violence Against Lesbians and Gay Men, Gregory M. Herek and Kevin T. Berrill, eds. (California: Sage Publications, 1992) pp. 19-45. Wertheimer, David M. "Treatment and Service Interventions for Lesbian and Gay Male Crime Victims" and "Case Study: The Growth of the Anti-Violence Project" in Hate Crimes: Confronting Violence Against Lesbians and Gay Men, Gregory M. Herek and Kevin T. Berrill, eds. (California: Sage Publications, 1992) pp. 227-240. Robson, Ruthann. "The Violence Against Us" in Lesbian (Out)Law: Survival Under the Rule of Law (New York: Firebrand Books, 1992), pp. 145-156. Bohn, Ted R. "Homophobic Violence: Implications for Social Work Practice" in With Compassion Toward Some: Homosexuality and Social Work in America, Robert Schoenberg, Richard S. Goldberg and David A. Shore, eds. (New York: Harrington Park Press, 1985), pp. 91-114. Altman, Dennis. "Fear and Loathing" in The New Internationalist (Nov. 1989), Special Issue on Homosexuality, p.18-19. Psychology behind prejudice and violence against lesbians and gay men. Cultural Perspectives Trewartha, Rae, "What Your Dreams Make You" in The New Internationalist (Nov. 1989), Special Issue on Homosexuality, p.24-25. A look at homosexuality in traditional native culture where lesbian and gay people were not only accepted but respected as prophets, hunters and healers. Heterosexism as a Barrier to Social Change D'Augelli, Anthony R. "Teaching Lesbian/Gay Development: From Oppression to Exceptionality" in Coming Out of the Classroom Closet: Gay and Lesbian Students, Teachers and Curricula, Karen M. Harbeck, ed. (New York: Harrington Park Press, 1992, pp. 213-228. Looks at how social structures influence mental health. Community Pearlman, Sarah F., "The Saga of continuing clash in Lesbian Commuity, or Will an Army of Ex-Lovers Fail?" in Lesbian Psychologies: Explorations and Challenges, Boston Lesbian Psychologies Collective, eds. (Chicago: University of Illinois Press, 1987), pp. 311-326. Ross, Becki. "The House that Jill Built: Lesbian Feminist Organizing in Toronto, 1976-1980" Feminist Review, pp.75-91. Paquette, Carmen. "Personal Reflections on Lesbian Organizing in Ottawa" in Lesbians in Canada, Sharon Dale Stone, ed. (Toronto: Between the Lines, 1990), pp. 221-229. AIDS Greif, Geoffrey L. and Edmund Porembski. "Implications for Therapy with Significant Others of Persons with AIDS" in (1989) 1:1 Journal of Gay and Lesbian Psychotherapy, pp. 79-86. A discussion of some common themes that occur in the families of origin of persons with AIDS when these friends, family members, lovers and chldren become the primary caretakers of the PLWA. Suggestions for mental health practitioners are included. Schoen, Kitsy and Ellie Schindelman. "AIDS and Bereavement" in (1989) 1:2 Journal of Gay and Lesbian Psychotherapy, pp. 117-121. Coming Out Bernstein, Barbara E. "Attitudes and Issues of Parents of Gay Men and Lesbians and Implications for Therapy" in (1990) 1:3 Journal of Gay and Lesbian Psychotherapy, pp.37-53. Aging and Ageism Copper, Baba. "Voices: On Becoming Old Women" in Women and Aging: An Anthology by Women, Calyx Editorial Collective, eds. (Portland, Oregon: Calyx Books, 1986), pp. 47-57. Thorpe Tully, C. "Caregiving: What Do Midlife Lesbians View as Important?" (1989) 1:1 Journal of Gay and Lesbian Psychotherapy, pp. 87-104. Caregiving needs and personal desires of aging lesbians are similar to other aging women, but lesbians have special caregiving needs because of their sexual orientation. The article examines to whom 73 midlife lesbians turn for care and from whom they expect care in the future if they become frail. Therapeutic interventions specific to midlife lesbians are discussed. Kehoe, Monika. "Lesbians and Gay Men Over 60" in Journal of Homosexuality (1988) 16:3/4, pp. 63-74. Kehoe, Monika. "Lesbians Over 60 Speak for Themselves" in Journal of Homosexuality (1988) 16:3/4, pp. 53-62. Section involves physical health, ill health and dependency, emotional health, attitudes towards lesbianism and aging. Another chapter deals with lesbian relationships: before and after 60, lesbian identity and sex, bisexuality, and couples. Friend, Richard A. "Older Lesbian and Gay People: A Theory of Successful Aging" in Journal of Homosexuality (1991) 20:3/4, pp. 99-118. Cruikshank, Margaret. "Lavender and Gray: A Brief Survey of Lesbian and Gay Aging Studies" in Journal of Homosexuality (1991) 20:34, pp. 77-87. Auger, Jeannette A. "Lesbians and Aging: Triple Trouble or Tremendous Thrill" in Lesbians in Canada, Sharon Dale Stone, ed. (Toronto: Between the Lines, 1990), pp.25-34. Bisexuality Paul, Jay P. "The Bisexual Identity: An Idea without Social Recognition" in 1984 vol.xx Journal of Homosexuality, pp.45-90. Valverde, Marianne. "Bisexuality: Coping with Sexual Boundaries" in Sex, Power and Pleasure (Toronto: The Women's Press, 1985), pp. 109-120. Wittsock, Melinda. "The Best of Both and Still Nothing; Bisexual Women Come Out to Talk" in Breaking the Silence, (Summer 1987), pp.23-25. Youth Schneider, Margaret S. "The Stigmatization of the Gay or Lesbian Adolescent" in Often Invisible: Counselling Lesbian and Gay Youth (Toronto: Central Toronto Youth Services, 1988), pp.59-70. Schneider, Margaret S. "Gay or Straight: Working with the Confused Adolsecent" in Often Invisible: Counselling Lesbian and Gay Youth (Toronto: Central Toronto Youth Services, 1988), pp.85-94. Schneider, Margaret S. and Bob Tremble. "Training Service Providers to Work with Gay or Lesbian Adolescents: A Workshop" in (1986) 65:1 Journal of Couns