Aspects of Latino Distinctiveness: Family Structure

Take one aspect typical of Latino populations as described in any of the assigned readings in this unit or in the interview of Dr. Espin, such as family structure, language, aspects of gender, or class structure, and respond to the following:

  • Describe the challenges this feature might present for clients living in contemporary North America.
  • How might this same feature also serve as a source of resilience?
  • Select any psychological service consistent with your program specialization, and comment on how this aspect might affect providing that psychological service to Latino clients.