Pub Date : 2023-10-17DOI: 10.1080/08952833.2023.2269009
Andrea Nicki
ABSTRACTThe author reflects on her relationship with her mother which has been strained since childhood and their e-mail correspondence about her breast cancer in old age. She explores reasons for their challenges, such as her father’s patriarchal abuse, her mother’s burden of domestic duties and unfulfillment, and distorted, idealized images of mother-daughter relationships in the media.KEYWORDS: Mother-daughter relationshipincest abuseunequal domestic labordomestic violence Disclosure statementNo potential conflict of interest was reported by the author(s).
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Pub Date : 2023-09-19DOI: 10.1080/08952833.2023.2260058
Gita Seshadri, Sergio Pereyra, Karen Quek, Hao-Min Chen, Alex Hsieh
ABSTRACTThe intersectionality of social identities is couched with status and power relations, creating both oppression and opportunity. Intersectionality explains the unique and challenging roles faculty of color play in showcasing their different identities within the dominant discourse. Using an approach of discourse analysis, we explored six stories of experiences being COAMFTE accredited graduates of Marriage and Family Therapy programs who became professionals. Further, we explored the intersection of their professional identities (e.g. clinicians, professors, supervisors, administrators), and how these intersected with their lived experiences of their social locations, while negotiating power, privilege, and disadvantage. These stories revealed three overarching discourses: subtle, contradictory, and discriminating messages, hidden and raw emotional experiences, and the strategies of the comeback. It is our hope that this discussion informs and provides examples for others as they practice within mental health and academia while navigating these roles within their own intersections. Systemic suggestions are also provided.KEYWORDS: academiadisadvantagefaculty of colorintersectionalitypower Disclosure statementNo potential conflict of interest was reported by the author(s).Ethical StatementWith the submission of this manuscript, we would like to mention that this manuscript has not been published elsewhere, accepted for publication elsewhere, or under editorial review for publication elsewhere; and that our Institution’s representatives (respectively) are fully aware of this submission. Also, we have no conflicts of interest (financial or non-financial). Since we used secondary data from a published book, there was no contact with human participants.
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Pub Date : 2023-05-10DOI: 10.1080/08952833.2023.2212493
Amanda J. McCullough, Adriatik Likcani, Jaimee L. Hartenstein
This qualitative study aimed to give voice to young military widows through a phenomenological approach using a feminist lens. The researchers interviewed four young military widows and explored how they experienced the sudden traumatic loss of their spouse, the supports they utilized to cope with their loss, and their perception of the supports they used. There were four major themes that emerged through participant interviews: 1) notification process; 2) response to the notification of the sudden traumatic loss of their husband; 3) finding own path from grief to healing; and 4) support systems utilized during the healing process. Some supports were perceived as effective, and others were perceived as ineffective. All the military widows who participated in this study went through a very individualized healing process after the loss of their spouse and utilized a variety of supports to heal. Findings from this study have clinical implications unique to military widows and families regarding life transitions following the loss of their partner and factors that can impact their mental health.
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Pub Date : 2023-04-03DOI: 10.1080/08952833.2023.2210344
K. Heiden-Rootes, Dixie Meyer, Samantha Levine, M. Dalton, Quin Rich
ABSTRACT Transgender and gender non-binary (TGNB) adults face structural and interpersonal stigma from their families and society at large when living openly and seeking gender affirming healthcare. To better understand the significance of family and social contexts for shaping the lived experiences of TGNB adults, this phenomenological qualitative study aimed to describe TGNB transgender identity development and coming out processes inclusive of significant past and present experiences. TGNB participants (N = 17) completed a one-time semi-structured interview and member checking of analysis findings. Results identified two themes: 1) TGNB identity development and socially “testing the waters” in gender expression; and 2) coming out when “the world just refuses to make space.” Implications are made for advancing feminist systemic research and clinical practice with TGNB clients.
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Pub Date : 2023-04-03DOI: 10.1080/08952833.2023.2221113
Amanda J. McCullough, Adriatik Likcani, Jaimee L. Hartenstein
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Pub Date : 2023-04-03DOI: 10.1080/08952833.2023.2203361
Shivalika Agarwal, Nagendra Kumar
ABSTRACT According to Lori Nelson Spielman, Saumya Dave’s Well-Behaved Indian Women is a “stunning debut [and] celebration of women – their loves and loyalties, dreams and disappointments, hopes and heartbreaks’. This interview focuses on Saumya Dave’s work and views on motherhood and mothering. Dave is also a psychiatrist, and through this discussion on her novel, we have attempted to understand how “mothering” is practised in ways a woman is brought up by her mother, carrying a similar set of beliefs to further transfer to her daughter. The conversation references the characters of her novel to contextualize Dave’s arguments on motherhood in India alongside motherhood in the USA. It further highlights the position, identity, agency, and discourse of motherhood within the institutionalized setup of Indian society. She discussed her take on the transition of a woman into motherhood and explained her motivation and some of the research that created this work. Through the interview, we wish to map the silence of the mothers in Indian narratives, with the focus being on her select novel Well-Behaved Indian Women.
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Pub Date : 2023-04-03DOI: 10.1080/08952833.2023.2225832
Jakob Lorin Mauer
ABSTRACT This qualitative study is the first to examine the post-graduate clinical supervision experiences of 13 self-identified gay men. In the interviews, five main themes emerged: limited or assigned supervisors, coming out philosophies, educating the educator, the supervisory relationship and client outcomes, and no community. The findings of this research begin a discussion on the barriers that gay supervisees face when locating a good fit supervisor. Alarmingly, there are still homophobic supervisors to whom some gay supervisees were assigned, which negatively impacted supervisee well-being and perceived client outcomes. Additionally, the study illuminates the mental calculus gay supervisees often face when coming out to supervisors and clients, highlighting the importance of supervisor cultural humility and competence when working with queer supervisees. Also concerning is the shortage of conversation about coming out and queer culture in supervision. Although the study examined social work supervision, this research is important for all behavioral health fields. Recommendations for theory, research, and supervision are discussed.
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Pub Date : 2023-04-03DOI: 10.1080/08952833.2023.2197698
J. Holmes
ABSTRACT PhD student, Jessica Holmes, interviews Dr. Candice Maier about the new wave of feminism and what it means to her. In this interview, Dr. Maier discussed the importance of intersectionality and the focus of feminism turning to not just women’s rights, but equity and justice for all oppressed populations. Dr. Maier discusses the need for ongoing self-reflection as well as a commitment to lifelong learning when it comes to understanding others’ experiences. This includes challenging ourselves as a society to collaborate with one another so we come together to create the change that is needed.
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Pub Date : 2023-04-03DOI: 10.1080/08952833.2023.2208427
Valerie A. Handley, Megan Story Chavez, S. Jordan, Colton Story
ABSTRACT Both Black Lives Matter (BLM) and LGBTQ+ rights movements have a history of fighting for social justice. Often, these movements are two separate movements that do not provide inclusivity for those that hold Black and queer identities. This study examined Twitter users’ perceptions of the rights of individuals with intersecting identities during the BLM and LGBTQ+ rights movements through the qualitative method of thematic analysis. Researchers reviewed publicly available data to answer the question: What were Twitter users’ perceptions of the rights and treatment of individuals with intersecting identities during the Black Lives Matter and LGBTQ+ rights movements during June of 2020? The sample included 397 tweets identified through the hashtags “blackLGBTQ,” “blacktranslivesmatter,” and “blackLGBTQlivesmatter.” The results showed 495 codes with three themes of fellowship, motivation for justice, and pursual of justice with seven sub-themes. Results demonstrated the imperative need to address intersectionality in both research and clinical arenas. Data from these Twitter users seemed to reflect a desire to advocate for Black and LGBTQ+ rights and displayed wishes to acknowledge, affirm, and celebrate individuals’ intersecting identities. This also included the importance of individuals gaining greater understanding and advocacy to support these communities.
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Pub Date : 2023-04-03DOI: 10.1080/08952833.2023.2210940
Amanda J. McCullough, Adriatik Likcani, Jaimee L. Hartenstein
ABSTRACT This qualitative study aimed to give voice to young military widows through a phenomenological approach using a feminist lens. The researchers interviewed four young military widows and explored how they experienced the sudden traumatic loss of their spouse, the supports they utilized to cope with their loss, and their perception of the supports they used. There were four major themes that emerged through participant interviews: 1) notification process; 2) response to the notification of the sudden traumatic loss of their husband; 3) finding own path from grief to healing; and 4) support systems utilized during the healing process. Some supports were perceived as effective, and others were perceived as ineffective. All the military widows who participated in this study went through a very individualized healing process after the loss of their spouse and utilized a variety of supports to heal. Findings from this study have clinical implications unique to military widows and families regarding life transitions following the loss of their partner and factors that can impact their mental health.
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