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Papers by M. K. Lewis

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, except for brief excerpts in connection with reviews or scholarly analysis. Use in connection w... more , except for brief excerpts in connection with reviews or scholarly analysis. Use in connection with any form of information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed is forbidden. The use in this publication of trade names, trademarks, service marks, and similar terms, even if they are not identifi ed as such, is not to be taken as an expression of opinion as to whether or not they are subject to proprietary rights.

LGBT Psychology, 2012

Women of African descent who are same gendered loving represent a broad and diverse group. As suc... more Women of African descent who are same gendered loving represent a broad and diverse group. As such, in doing research on the population or providing services to them, the cultural context and social positions of the women’s experiences is significant. The cultural context may impact how the women desire to be labeled or identified, or perhaps not identified by a label at all. More research into this area is necessary, particularly to expand upon the gendered structure of labeling, dating, and sexual expression that has been found to exist among some Black urban lesbians. Thus far, research has demonstrated consistency in identity labeling for the cities of Chicago and New York (Wilson, 2009; Moore, 2006); obtaining information about Black lesbians of other cities would also enrich the literature. Also, some women will clearly reflect life outcomes of positive marginality that are worthy of empirical investigation, such that more can be learned about women at the margins who have successfully integrated and embraced all aspects of themselves. Empirical investigations into Black lesbian mother-daughter relationships, with a goal of understanding how the women’s relationships with their mothers may impact their psychological development and interpersonal relationships, is valuable. Greene’s attention to the use of psychodynamic perspectives in work with Black lesbians is also summarized here. Unfortunately, there is still relatively limited empirical research available on Black sexual minority women, and even moreso for those residing outside of the United States, thus the research presented here on Black Cuban lesbians is illuminating.

Journal of Lesbian Studies, 2011

The issues of self-disclosure, empathy, sharing the lives of others, developing rapport, and emot... more The issues of self-disclosure, empathy, sharing the lives of others, developing rapport, and emotional memories are presented in relationship to the conduct of qualitative research interviews with Black lesbian students attending a historically Black university within a southern U.S. regional context. The challenge of doing such sensitive research is discussed from my perspective of also being a Black lesbian researcher, and the questions that this raised for me. Specific examples from the interview experiences are provided of self-disclosure, empathy, and rapport with the student participants. Conclusions suggest the need for building a community of social support for female scholars of African descent who study and serve Black lesbian populations.

Pedagogy and the Human …, 2009

This Article is brought to you for free and open access by Merrimack ScholarWorks. It has been ac... more This Article is brought to you for free and open access by Merrimack ScholarWorks. It has been accepted for inclusion in Pedagogy and the Human Sciences by an authorized administrator of Merrimack ScholarWorks.

Psychology and Sexuality, 2012

During a time when media are focused on the economic downfall of the U.S. city of Detroit, Michig... more During a time when media are focused on the economic downfall of the U.S. city of Detroit, Michigan, Marlon Bailey's Butch Queens Up in Pumps: Gender, Performance, and Ballroom Culture in Detroit is a welcome spotlight on a vibrant and complex lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) subculture of primarily African Americans who call the city home.

except for brief excerpts in connection with reviews or scholarly analysis. Use in connection wit... more except for brief excerpts in connection with reviews or scholarly analysis. Use in connection with any form of information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed is forbidden. The use in this publication of trade names, trademarks, service marks, and similar terms, even if they are not identifi ed as such, is not to be taken as an expression of opinion as to whether or not they are subject to proprietary rights.

, except for brief excerpts in connection with reviews or scholarly analysis. Use in connection w... more , except for brief excerpts in connection with reviews or scholarly analysis. Use in connection with any form of information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed is forbidden. The use in this publication of trade names, trademarks, service marks, and similar terms, even if they are not identifi ed as such, is not to be taken as an expression of opinion as to whether or not they are subject to proprietary rights.

LGBT Psychology, 2012

Women of African descent who are same gendered loving represent a broad and diverse group. As suc... more Women of African descent who are same gendered loving represent a broad and diverse group. As such, in doing research on the population or providing services to them, the cultural context and social positions of the women’s experiences is significant. The cultural context may impact how the women desire to be labeled or identified, or perhaps not identified by a label at all. More research into this area is necessary, particularly to expand upon the gendered structure of labeling, dating, and sexual expression that has been found to exist among some Black urban lesbians. Thus far, research has demonstrated consistency in identity labeling for the cities of Chicago and New York (Wilson, 2009; Moore, 2006); obtaining information about Black lesbians of other cities would also enrich the literature. Also, some women will clearly reflect life outcomes of positive marginality that are worthy of empirical investigation, such that more can be learned about women at the margins who have successfully integrated and embraced all aspects of themselves. Empirical investigations into Black lesbian mother-daughter relationships, with a goal of understanding how the women’s relationships with their mothers may impact their psychological development and interpersonal relationships, is valuable. Greene’s attention to the use of psychodynamic perspectives in work with Black lesbians is also summarized here. Unfortunately, there is still relatively limited empirical research available on Black sexual minority women, and even moreso for those residing outside of the United States, thus the research presented here on Black Cuban lesbians is illuminating.

Journal of Lesbian Studies, 2011

The issues of self-disclosure, empathy, sharing the lives of others, developing rapport, and emot... more The issues of self-disclosure, empathy, sharing the lives of others, developing rapport, and emotional memories are presented in relationship to the conduct of qualitative research interviews with Black lesbian students attending a historically Black university within a southern U.S. regional context. The challenge of doing such sensitive research is discussed from my perspective of also being a Black lesbian researcher, and the questions that this raised for me. Specific examples from the interview experiences are provided of self-disclosure, empathy, and rapport with the student participants. Conclusions suggest the need for building a community of social support for female scholars of African descent who study and serve Black lesbian populations.

Pedagogy and the Human …, 2009

This Article is brought to you for free and open access by Merrimack ScholarWorks. It has been ac... more This Article is brought to you for free and open access by Merrimack ScholarWorks. It has been accepted for inclusion in Pedagogy and the Human Sciences by an authorized administrator of Merrimack ScholarWorks.

Psychology and Sexuality, 2012

During a time when media are focused on the economic downfall of the U.S. city of Detroit, Michig... more During a time when media are focused on the economic downfall of the U.S. city of Detroit, Michigan, Marlon Bailey's Butch Queens Up in Pumps: Gender, Performance, and Ballroom Culture in Detroit is a welcome spotlight on a vibrant and complex lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) subculture of primarily African Americans who call the city home.