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Direct linkERIC Number: EJ750082
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2005-Oct
Pages: 11
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Laughing It Up: Native American Humor as Spiritual Tradition
Garrett, Michael Tlanusta; Garrett, J. T.; Torres-Rivera, Edil; Wilbur, Michael; Roberts-Wilbur, Janice
Journal of Multicultural Counseling and Development, v33 n4 p194 Oct 2005
Native American humor is explored through a brief discussion of the current literature regarding the use of humor in counseling and descriptions of various forms and communication styles of Native humor as spiritual tradition. Implications for multicultural awareness in the use of humor and possible use of Native humor in counseling with Native clients are offered.
Descriptors: Humor, Role, Counseling Techniques, American Indians, Religious Factors, Interpersonal Communication, Cultural Pluralism, Cultural Awareness
American Counseling Association. 5999 Stevenson Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22304. Tel: 800-422-2648; Tel: 800-347-6647; Fax: 800-473-2329; Web site: http://www.counseling.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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