Question 1

________________ is the ability to work effectively with individuals who are from a different cultural background than yours.

Accepted Answer

Multicultural competence refers to the ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures. This includes being aware of one's own world view, developing positive attitudes towards cultural differences, and gaining knowledge of different cultural practices and world views.

Question 2

All of the following are areas of multicultural competence except

Accepted Answer

Multicultural competence involves understanding and integrating the client's cultural background into therapy, which includes the counselor's awareness of their own culture, understanding the client's worldview, and developing culturally appropriate interventions. Traditional models of psychotherapy may not always account for cultural differences, thus skill in these models alone does not equate to multicultural competence.

Question 3

Comfort discussing difficult topics such as racism and sexism is part of which area of multicultural competence?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Comfort discussing difficult topics such as racism...

Question 4

Denise's therapist was knowledgeable about the gay community, the lesbian lifestyle, and the reactions of other communities to homosexuality. What area of multicultural competence does this illustrate?

Accepted Answer

Understanding the client's worldview involves recognizing and appreciating the client's unique perspectives, experiences, and cultural background, including their sexual orientation and how it interacts with their environment and society.

Question 5

The revised multicultural counseling competencies now recognize the impact of ____________ on mental health outcomes.

Accepted Answer

The revised multicultural counseling competencies emphasize the importance of recognizing the impact of intersecting identities (such as race, gender, class, sexual orientation, etc.) on mental health outcomes. This approach acknowledges that individuals' experiences and identities are complex and multifaceted, influencing their mental health and how they interact with the world.

Question 6

Therapists are now encouraged to examine the impact of the "larger context" on the mental health outcomes of their clients. This means focusing on the impact of:

Accepted Answer

The "larger context" refers to the broader societal and environmental factors that can affect an individual's mental health. This includes the educational system, the communities in which clients live, and government policies, as all these aspects can significantly influence mental health outcomes.

Question 7

In Kiana's therapy session with her therapist, Alan, questions came up around her gender, ethnic identity, and sexual orientation. Kiana came into that therapeutic relationship with almost all _______________ identities.

Accepted Answer

Kiana's therapy session focuses on aspects of identity that are often marginalized, such as gender, ethnic identity, and sexual orientation. These are areas where individuals can face societal discrimination or disadvantage, indicating that Kiana likely identifies with marginalized groups in these aspects.

Question 8

Alan was a White, male, heterosexual therapist. He brought almost all ___________ identities into his therapy with Kiana.

Accepted Answer

Alan, being White, male, and heterosexual, holds identities that are generally considered privileged in many societies, especially in contexts where these identities afford him systemic advantages over others.

Question 9

Kiana shared with her therapist, Alan, that she felt "invisible" in her workplace because of how co-workers and students treated her. This illustrates the impact of __________ on mental health.

Accepted Answer

The term "context" refers to the circumstances or setting in which something occurs. In this scenario, Kiana's feeling of being "invisible" in her workplace due to the treatment from co-workers and students highlights the significance of the workplace environment or context on her mental health.

Question 10

The revised multicultural competencies encourage therapists to engage in ___________, or to take action on behalf of their clients at the organizational, community, and societal levels.

Accepted Answer

The revised multicultural competencies emphasize the importance of therapists engaging in social justice efforts, which involves taking action on behalf of their clients at various levels beyond individual therapy, including organizational, community, and societal levels, to address and combat systemic inequalities and injustices.

Question 11

If Denise's therapist took a social justice perspective, she might have:

Accepted Answer

A social justice perspective often involves advocating for systemic changes to address inequalities and create more inclusive environments. In this case, advocating for the university to create a more welcoming environment for sexual minorities aligns with a social justice approach.

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT one of the three types of research used to assess the effectiveness of cultural matching between clients and therapists?

Accepted Answer

Observation is not typically categorized as one of the three main types of research used to assess cultural matching effectiveness, which are analog, process-outcome, and archival studies.

Question 13

Dr. Hunter wants to study whether cultural matching between clients and therapists leads to better outcomes in therapy. He has research assistants review audiotapes of actual therapy sessions and rate the client-therapist interactions on a number of different variables. What type of study is this?

Accepted Answer

This is a process-outcome study because it examines the process of therapy (client-therapist interactions) and its relationship to therapy outcomes (better outcomes in therapy). Process-outcome studies focus on understanding how therapy works and what aspects of the therapeutic process contribute to successful outcomes.

Question 14

Which type of study seems to give the strongest evidence in favor of cultural matching between client and therapist?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which type of study seems to give...

Question 15

What is the best conclusion that can be drawn from the research on cultural matching in psychotherapy?

Accepted Answer

The research on cultural matching in psychotherapy is still evolving, and there is not enough consistent evidence to make definitive claims about its impact across all populations and contexts. Therefore, calling for more and better-designed studies is a prudent conclusion, acknowledging the complexity of the issue and the need for further investigation.

Question 16

According to Cabral and Smith (2011), all of the following are possible explanations for the mixed research results on cultural matching between clients and therapists, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The statement that it is too difficult for therapists and clients to navigate cultural differences is not presented as a possible explanation by Cabral and Smith (2011) for mixed research results on cultural matching. The other options (A, B, D) reflect complexities and nuances in the therapist-client relationship that can influence the impact of cultural matching, such as the ability to navigate cultural differences, overestimation of similarity, and varying stages of cultural identity development.

Question 17

Some psychologists criticize the idea of multicultural competence because

Accepted Answer

Multicultural competence is criticized by some psychologists because they believe it is unrealistic to expect that counselors can be effectively trained to understand and cater to the needs of individuals from all diverse backgrounds. This skepticism stems from the vast array of cultural nuances and the depth of understanding required to address them adequately in a counseling context.

Question 18

Some psychologists criticize the idea of multicultural competence because

Accepted Answer

Multicultural competence is criticized by some psychologists because they believe it is too broad and lacks the specificity needed to effectively intervene with individuals from specific cultures. This broadness can potentially overlook the unique aspects and needs of individuals from particular cultural backgrounds.

Question 19

In the textbook, African-centered psychology was given as an example of

Accepted Answer

African-centered psychology is considered a culture-specific approach to therapy because it focuses on the unique cultural experiences and perspectives of African people and their diaspora, tailoring psychological practices to better meet their specific needs.

Question 20

According to African-centered psychology, the key to mental health for African Americans is

Accepted Answer

African-centered psychology emphasizes the importance of adopting an African worldview and often involves the rejection of a Western European worldview for African Americans to achieve mental health. This approach suggests that understanding and integrating cultural heritage and perspectives are crucial for psychological well-being.

Quiz 9: Culture and Mental Health

________________ is the ability to work effectively with individuals who are from a different cultural background than yours.

All of the following are areas of multicultural competence except

Comfort discussing difficult topics such as racism and sexism is part of which area of multicultural competence?

Denise's therapist was knowledgeable about the gay community, the lesbian lifestyle, and the reactions of other communities to homosexuality. What area of multicultural competence does this illustrate?

The revised multicultural counseling competencies now recognize the impact of ____________ on mental health outcomes.

Therapists are now encouraged to examine the impact of the "larger context" on the mental health outcomes of their clients. This means focusing on the impact of:

In Kiana's therapy session with her therapist, Alan, questions came up around her gender, ethnic identity, and sexual orientation. Kiana came into that therapeutic relationship with almost all _______________ identities.

Alan was a White, male, heterosexual therapist. He brought almost all ___________ identities into his therapy with Kiana.

Kiana shared with her therapist, Alan, that she felt "invisible" in her workplace because of how co-workers and students treated her. This illustrates the impact of __________ on mental health.

The revised multicultural competencies encourage therapists to engage in ___________, or to take action on behalf of their clients at the organizational, community, and societal levels.

If Denise's therapist took a social justice perspective, she might have:

Which of the following is NOT one of the three types of research used to assess the effectiveness of cultural matching between clients and therapists?

Dr. Hunter wants to study whether cultural matching between clients and therapists leads to better outcomes in therapy. He has research assistants review audiotapes of actual therapy sessions and rate the client-therapist interactions on a number of different variables. What type of study is this?

Which type of study seems to give the strongest evidence in favor of cultural matching between client and therapist?

What is the best conclusion that can be drawn from the research on cultural matching in psychotherapy?

According to Cabral and Smith (2011) , all of the following are possible explanations for the mixed research results on cultural matching between clients and therapists, EXCEPT:

Some psychologists criticize the idea of multicultural competence because

Some psychologists criticize the idea of multicultural competence because

In the textbook, African-centered psychology was given as an example of

According to African-centered psychology, the key to mental health for African Americans is