PERCEPTIONS OF HETEROSEXUAL BIAS IN PROFESSIONAL PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAMS - A SURVEY OF GRADUATE-STUDENTS

Professional psychology student members (N = 64) of the American Psych ological Association's Division 44 ( Society For the Psychological Stu dy of Lesbian and Gay Issues) were surveyed regarding experiences of p erceived heterosexual bias and discrimination in their graduate progra ms. Instances of bias, discrimination, or both were reported in the fo llowing areas: (a) textbooks and other course materials, (b) instructo r comments, (c) research supervision, (d) clinical practica and intern ships, (e) interactions with program administrators and other faculty, (f) teaching assistantships, and (g)course content. Specific examples are detailed, and educational reforms are suggested.