Considering the whole person: A guide to culturally responsive psychosocial research

Abstract

Researchers of psychological sciences are urged to adequately address cultural diversity within their research. In this paper, we discuss limitations to current ways cultural considerations are discussed in psychological research and offer evidence-informed recommendations for cultural responsiveness at each stage of the research process. Implications for decentering psychological research are discussed for researcher preparedness, project development, methodology, and drawing conclusions. These recommendations target researchers in the United States, but principles may be applied to other nations.