A college psychology professor's observations about public policy, mental health, sexual identity, and religious issues
At the San Francisco convention, the American Psychological Association passed a resolution regarding the relationship between religion and psychological practice and research. I have posted it elsewhere on the blog for your review. Here I am going to pull out some points relevant to our discussions on sexual identity. It is important for psychology as … Continue reading “APA resolution on religion and psychology”
Michael Bailey of Northwestern University is one of the key sexuality researchers of the last 20 years. Since publication, his book The Man Who Would Be Queen has been at the center of controversy. Specific allegations of personal and research impropriety have been leveled against Dr. Bailey, all of which he has denied. The upcoming … Continue reading “Investigative journal article examines Michael Bailey controversy”
My heart is safe but this beautiful spot on earth has my attention. I am blogging from a little cafe in Sausalito and have had a nice day. Through the miracle of wireless, I have been able to work most of the morning and see sights through the afternoon. Perhaps it says something about me … Continue reading “San Francisco: A nice place to visit”
David Crary of the AP has an article out today about the APA task force on sexual orientation policies. In this article, David Crary refers to a letter signed by numerous Christian groups and individuals. I am attaching the letter and signers. This is a broad spectrum of people agreeing to only what is written … Continue reading “Psychologists to review stance on gays: AP article”
This morning, the Christian Post’s Lillian Kwon writes about the spate of recent articles on changes in sexual identity ministries and therapy. Note that the article frames the issues in terms of change (life?, sexual orientation?) but gets around to including most of the recent news reports involving Exodus and the “ex-gay controversy.” Of late, … Continue reading “Christian Post reports on changing focus”