Question 1

Recent hate crimes against Muslim and Arab Americans impact all culturally diverse clients because&#10;A) they are empathetic to the Arabs' situation.&#10;B) they take attention away from race-related issues in other ethnic communities.&#10;C) they bring back past memories of experiences of racial hatred.&#10;D) they bring up concern about a backslide in progress made in other race relations.

Accepted Answer

Hate crimes against Muslim and Arab Americans can trigger past experiences of racial hatred for all culturally diverse clients, regardless of their specific ethnic background. This can result in feelings of fear, anxiety, and trauma, and may impact their ability to fully engage in therapy. It is important for mental health professionals to be aware of these potential effects and provide a supportive and inclusive environment for all clients.

Question 2

What is a potential outcome of future work on models of racial and ethnic identity development?&#10;A) Information on racial and ethnic identity in biracial and interethnic groups&#10;B) Increased focus on transpersonal and spiritual dimensions of ethnic identity&#10;C) Information on racial and ethnic identity specific to each minority community&#10;D) Information on the impact of matching providers and clients who are at different levels of development.

Accepted Answer

Information on the impact of matching providers and clients who are at different levels of development.

Question 3

In continuing to monitor changes in the field cross-cultural service delivery, which topics are particularly important to monitor? Select two and discuss the implications of possible changes in each area.

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

Countertransference is best described as&#10;A) White privilege's impact in the helping relationship.&#10;B) the transferring of personal responsibility from the client to the provider.&#10;C) the impact personal attitudes have on the provider's reaction to the client.&#10;D) All of these

Accepted Answer

Countertransference refers to the therapist's emotional reaction to their client, which can be influenced by their personal attitudes, biases and experiences. It is important for therapists to be aware of their own countertransference so they can manage it effectively and maintain objectivity in their work with clients. White privilege (A) and the transferring of personal responsibility (B) are not accurate descriptions of countertransference.

Question 5

Ongoing support for cross-cultural work is best found by leveraging&#10;A) a cultural consultant.&#10;B) a Provider of Color.&#10;C) cultural immersion.&#10;D) professional and academic reading.

Accepted Answer

A cultural consultant can provide ongoing support by offering expert guidance and insights into cross-cultural work, helping to navigate cultural nuances and challenges effectively.

Question 6

Why is cross-cultural service delivery particularly prone to changing theories and new research?&#10;A) There are new ethical guidelines which will affect its application.&#10;B) It is a young discipline.&#10;C) It is a controversial discipline with many opposing perspectives.&#10;D) It has not been properly informed by members of ethnic communities.

Accepted Answer

Cross-cultural service delivery is a relatively new discipline that is still evolving and developing. As such, it is particularly prone to changing theories and new research as the field grows and new ideas are explored.

Question 7

Discuss the use of a peer study/supervision group in gaining additional support for cross-cultural work.

Accepted Answer

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Deck 18: Some Closing Thoughts