The Un-Affirmed Core gives a fresh, careful and deeply compassionate look at the great complexity of issues surrounding homosexuality. Author Bryan Shen provides rich explanations between modern psychology, real-life experiences and traditional sexual ethics. The true case stories scattered throughout are a special highlight.
This book reduces prejudice, fear and misunderstanding. It addresses the important people around those who struggle alone, afraid, confused and hidden. It equips readers with the ability to provide support, from the psychological-assistive approach as well as the spiritual-pastoral approach, to those who are in need.
Through many detailed case studies and discussions with leading therapists in the US, Asia and Europe, an integrated understanding of the factors behind and around homosexuality is detailed in this book. This understanding continues to be refined through contact with such clients and their families who struggle in silence.