Stigma and Sexual Orientation Understanding Prejudice Against Lesbians, Gay Men and Bisexuals |
|
| Editor:
| Herek, Gregory M. |
| Series title: | Psychological Perspectives on Lesbian and Gay Issues Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-8039-5385-7 |
| Publication Date: | Dec 1997 |
| Publisher: | SAGE Publications, Incorporated
|
| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $129.00 |
Book Description:
|
This timely and accessible contribution towards a deeper understanding of homophobia provides much-needed insight into the issue of prejudice in general.
Topics discussed include: the nature of antigay prejudice, stereotypes and behaviors; the consequences of homophobia and related phenomena on the well-being of lesbians, gay men and bisexuals; and the critical need for psychology and science to examine homophobia and related issues.
This timely and accessible contribution towards a deeper understanding of homophobia provides much-needed insight into the issue of prejudice in general.
Topics discussed include: the nature of antigay prejudice, stereotypes and behaviors; the consequences of homophobia and related phenomena on the well-being of lesbians, gay men and bisexuals; and the critical need for psychology and science to examine homophobia and related issues.