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Development Of The Comfort With Sexual Behaviors Scale, Molli E. Mercer, Shannon B. Dermer
Development Of The Comfort With Sexual Behaviors Scale, Molli E. Mercer, Shannon B. Dermer
Journal of Counseling Sexology & Sexual Wellness: Research, Practice, and Education
The purpose of this study was to develop a valid, reliable scale to assess people’s comfort with sexual behaviors. The Comfort with Sexual Behaviors Scale (CSBS) was developed through multiple administrations. One factor, general comfort talking about sexual behaviors, accounted for 65% of the variance. The 30-item CSBS was a valid and reliable measure of comfort with discussion sexual behaviors.
Developing Lbgtgeqiap+ Allies For Action: A Developmental Counselor Training Model, Anita A. Neuer Colburn, Amy W. Upton Phd
Developing Lbgtgeqiap+ Allies For Action: A Developmental Counselor Training Model, Anita A. Neuer Colburn, Amy W. Upton Phd
Journal of Counseling Sexology & Sexual Wellness: Research, Practice, and Education
The authors present a model for helping students and supervisees to move beyond competence and toward action-based advocacy utilizing the MSJCC (AMCD, 2015) and extant literature in counselor and ally development. Four developmental stages are posited based on the MSJCC domains, and various strategies for teaching competencies at each level are provided.
Negotiating Sexual Values In Counselor Education: A Qualitative Case Exploration, Megan Speciale
Negotiating Sexual Values In Counselor Education: A Qualitative Case Exploration, Megan Speciale
Journal of Counseling Sexology & Sexual Wellness: Research, Practice, and Education
The purpose of this qualitative case study was to examine the ways in which counselor educators acknowledge and negotiate their personal sexological worldviews in the teaching of sexuality counseling classes. Analysis of interview material, data mining, and member theorization of six participants (n=6) yielded four overarching themes: 1) centering self-awareness, 2) managing ethical bracketing, 3) affirming sexual diversity, and 4) teaching as a conduit for personal growth. Implications for educators and future recommendations for research are explored.
Counselors’ Knowledge About Hiv Transmission And Prevention, Joseph Campbell, Zachary Pietrantoni, Audrey Miller
Counselors’ Knowledge About Hiv Transmission And Prevention, Joseph Campbell, Zachary Pietrantoni, Audrey Miller
Journal of Counseling Sexology & Sexual Wellness: Research, Practice, and Education
This article presents the results of an online survey study of 80 counselors to explore counselors’ knowledge about Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) transmission, HIV prevention strategies, potentially related factors, and where counselors obtained their knowledge. Results show that approximately 90% of counselors correctly identified knowledge about HIV transmission, 68% correctly identified knowledge about HIV prevention strategies, and 64% reported receiving no education regarding HIV/AIDS in their graduate counseling programs. Implications for counselor training and professional development are discussed.