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ERIC Number: EJ742115
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006
Pages: 6
Abstractor: Author
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ISSN: ISSN-0748-9633
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The Use of Humor when Counseling African American College Students
Vereen, Linwood G.; Butler, S. Kent; Williams, Franklyn C.; Darg, Jules A.; Downing, Trae K. E.
Journal of Counseling & Development, v84 n1 p10-15 Win 2006
According to the literature, humor is a critical tool to enhance the counseling process because it can reduce stress, build rapport, and aid in the increase of the client's self-efficacy. In recent years, the critical nature of using humor appropriately from a cultural perspective has been explored. In this article, the authors further explore the cultural foundations, purpose, effectiveness, and implications of using humor when counseling African American college students.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education
Audience: N/A
Language: English
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