Essential social science theories, frameworks, and research to enhance culturally competent practice. The Americanization of Latinos : patterns of acculturation and adaptation in the United States -- The social stratification of Latino ethnicity, power, and social welfare in the United States -- Latino ethnic identity : psychological impacts of structured inequality -- Diversity within Latinos : subgroups, identities, and social welfare -- A new practice model for working with Latinos -- Selective reviews of major problem areas, Latino groups, and best and promising practices. The Latino family -- Latino youth -- Latino mental health -- Latino health -- Latino power : political participation, policy benefit, and the role of service providers -- Epilogue : Adelante- proceeding forward.
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