In the past 25 years, “mixed” relationships across racial/ethnic lines have become increasingly prevalent. Accordingly, family practice must address the many forms of oppression that affect multiracial/ethnic families. Multiculturalism demands an ethical perspective that values and strives to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse society. The authors offer perspectives and guidelines that reflect current thinking on mixed-race/ethnic families and the role the practitioner can play in helping these families manage the complexity of their life experiences.
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