Question 1

Which of the following is not a recommended avenue of addressing concerns inherent in counseling others from cultures of which we are not members?
A) Understanding the client's community and its hierarchies
B) Assisting others to recognize and address their prejudices and biases
C) Self-reflection
D) Dismissing oneself from leading a group which we believe contains a member or members toward whom we hold strong negative feelings

Accepted Answer

Dismissing oneself from leading a group is not a recommended avenue because avoiding or withdrawing from a situation does not address underlying concerns or promote cultural competence. It is important to acknowledge and address one's own biases and work to understand the client's culture and community to provide effective counseling.

Question 2

A leader is facilitating a group of diverse individuals - diverse in terms of nationality, race, ethnicity and age. The leader should:
A) Keep his or her views on these matters to himself or herself; it is crucial to remain neutral
B) Refrain from taking a stand on matters involving multiculturalism
C) Avoid giving the impression that he or she favors one view above another
D) Openly discuss his or her worldview and its impact on the group process, even at the risk of alienating some

Accepted Answer

Open discussions about a leader's worldview and its impact on group processes can foster transparency and trust. It allows for the acknowledgment of potential biases and the exploration of how diverse perspectives can enrich the group's work. While there's a risk of alienation, addressing these issues openly can lead to more inclusive and effective group dynamics.

Question 3

Warm-up -> action -> closure is beneficial in helping to achieve and maintain the balance between:
A) Inhibition and the ability to express emotions
B) Learning and follow-through
C) Content and process
D) Training and skills

Accepted Answer

C

Question 4

People from specific cultures may be more inclined to turn to all of the following except _______ in order to address areas of concern:
A) Clergy
B) Family
C) A psychologist
D) A traditional "medicine-man"

Accepted Answer

People from specific cultures may be less inclined to turn to a psychologist or mental health professional due to cultural stigmas or beliefs about mental health. They may prefer to seek help from their clergy, family, or a traditional healer such as a medicine-man.

Question 5

A competent therapist remains ___________ in the counseling process while maintaining openness about ___________.
A) Aware/behavior
B) Respectful/lifestyles and behavior
C) Neutral/attitudinal change
D) Invested/outcomes

Accepted Answer

The answer of A competent therapist remains ___________ in the...

Question 6

Solomon is an African-American counselee in your group. Quiet and withdrawn initially, he is quickly coming out of his shell. From a multicultural view, however, you must be aware that his race makes him more likely to:
A) Be less participatory in the counseling process
B) Terminate counseling earlier than certain other groups of people
C) Be generalized, perhaps overgeneralized, by the group leader
D) Reject authority associated with a counselor

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that African-American clients tend to terminate counseling earlier than other groups of people due to factors such as mistrust of the healthcare system and stigma surrounding mental health in their community. It is important for the group leader to be aware of this and work to build trust and rapport with Solomon to increase the likelihood of him staying in counseling.

Question 7

A group of servicemen and women witnessed a training accident in which comrades were killed and others were left horribly maimed. Many are reporting the effects of being emotionally traumatized. The treatment of choice for these individuals would most likely be a group that:
A) Involves psychotherapy
B) Is time limited
C) Involves the "warm-up/action/closure" model
D) Is open ended in duration; when the issues are sufficiently dealt with, the group is ended

Accepted Answer

The answer of A group of servicemen and women witnessed...

Question 8

Finding a list of reading sources where one can increase his or her base of knowledge regarding a diverse group:
A) Can increase professional competence
B) Can lead to overgeneralizations
C) Is not recommended; the material can be biased, incorrect, outdated, etc.
D) Can lead to misinformation; the counselor should rely on diverse members to provide this information

Accepted Answer

Increasing one's base of knowledge regarding a diverse group can enhance professional competence and cultural sensitivity, allowing counselors to work more effectively with clients of diverse backgrounds.

Answer: B 
 Reading sources can lead to overgeneralizations, which can perpetuate stereotypes and inaccurate assumptions about diverse groups. Counselors should continually challenge their own assumptions and seek input from members of the group they are studying.

Answer: D 
 It is important for counselors to recognize the limitations of their own knowledge and seek input from diverse members who can provide first-hand information and experiences. Relying solely on reading sources can lead to misinformation and an incomplete understanding of diverse groups.

Therefore, the best choices are A and D.

Question 9

In a psycho-educational group, the leader's main undertaking is to administer ___________ and create an atmosphere that cultivates _____________.
A) Instruction/behavioral change
B) Cues/expression
C) Cues/self-exploration
D) Instruction/learning

Accepted Answer

In a psycho-educational group, the leader's primary responsibility is to administer instruction to facilitate learning among the participants. The leader must also create a supportive and safe environment that encourages inquiry, experimentation, and the development of new coping techniques by the participants. Therefore, choice D - instruction/learning - is the most appropriate answer.

Question 10

Dylan has participated in a court-appointed psycho-educational group designed to address anger management issues. It can be assumed that he filled out an assessment questionnaire:
A) During intake only
B) At program completion only; during intake, assessment questionnaires can prejudice counselors and group leaders and result in preconceived notions
C) During intake and upon program completion
D) Assessment questionnaires are not typically utilized in psycho-educational settings

Accepted Answer

It is common practice to have participants fill out an assessment questionnaire both during intake and upon completion of the program to measure progress and effectiveness of the intervention.

Question 11

Financial concerns, the advent and increased frequency of managed-care structuring and cutbacks in resources have all led to the increased necessity of:
A) Psycho-educational groups
B) Single-session groups
C) Counseling groups
D) Brief groups

Accepted Answer

Brief groups are the best choice, as they are designed to be time-limited and focused, and can efficiently address specific issues or problems. This makes them well-suited to the current financial and resource constraints faced by mental health providers. Psycho-educational groups may also be helpful, but may not provide as much opportunity for addressing individual needs. Single-session groups and counseling groups may not provide enough time to address issues in depth or to establish a strong therapeutic relationship.

Question 12

Training for individuals in Task Group leadership involves all of the following broad subject areas except for:
A) Organizational development
B) Conflict resolution
C) Consultation
D) Management

Accepted Answer

The answer of Training for individuals in Task Group leadership...

Question 13

Shapiro 2010) states his belief that the future of BGT Brief Group Treatment) hinges primarily on:
A) Training of leaders
B) Balancing financial consideration with time constraints
C) Advocating for longer treatments
D) Tools to assess outcomes better

Accepted Answer

Shapiro (2010) emphasizes the importance of training leaders as a crucial factor for the future success of Brief Group Treatment (BGT), suggesting that well-trained leaders are essential for effective implementation and outcomes.

Question 14

Dan, a 34-year-old homosexual construction worker; April, a 21-year-old heterosexual single parent; and Sylvester, a 57-year-old Air Force retiree who underwent a blood-transfusion two years ago have all been recently diagnosed as HIV-positive. All need to address the issues of coping and "getting on with life." The appropriate setting for achieving this goal would be:
A) A psychotherapy group
B) A task group
C) A counseling group
D) A psycho-educational group

Accepted Answer

A counseling group would be the most appropriate setting for individuals who have recently been diagnosed with HIV and need assistance in coping and adjusting to their new diagnosis. Counseling groups allow individuals to share their experiences and feelings in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment, while also providing education and resources to help manage their illness. The other options, such as a psychotherapy group or task group, may not provide the same level of emotional support and guidance as a counseling group. A psycho-educational group may focus more on providing factual information about HIV, rather than the emotional support and coping strategies that these individuals may need.

Question 15

In order to learn more about cultural aspects of diverse clients, therapists should do all of the following except:
A) Create a safe environment
B) Listen carefully
C) Ask many questions that necessitate clarification
D) Provide clients with opportunity to speak freely

Accepted Answer

Asking too many questions that necessitate clarification can make clients feel uncomfortable or interrogated, which may hinder the development of trust and openness in the therapeutic relationship.

Question 16

A view of a counseling group will typically show a population composed of:
A) Diverse individuals with a similar problem/issue
B) A homogeneous group with a similar problem/issue
C) Diverse individuals with a dissimilar problem/issue
D) A group of individuals selected only for similarities in coping skills, attitudes, etc.

Accepted Answer

Counseling groups often consist of diverse individuals who share a similar problem or issue, allowing for a variety of perspectives and experiences to be shared and understood within a common context.

Question 17

Jabir is a Muslim counselee. His counselor is unaware of many aspects of Muslim life, beliefs, etc. Teaching his counselor about these aspects of his life is, according to experts, likely to make him feel:
A) Empowered
B) Proud
C) Frustrated
D) Like a competent spokesperson for his group

Accepted Answer

The answer of Jabir is a Muslim counselee. His counselor...

Question 18

Jennifer is a 19-year-old emotionally stable college student, but her grades have started to suffer. Her parents suspect alcohol abuse, though they have no proof. They would like her referred to a group that addresses the risks of alcoholism in teenagers. The appropriate group setting would be:
A) Task
B) Brief time-limited)
C) Counseling
D) Psycho-educational

Accepted Answer

The best choice would be a psycho-educational group. This type of group focuses on providing education and information about a particular issue, such as the risks of alcoholism in teenagers. This would be appropriate for Jennifer as she has not yet shown signs of severe alcohol addiction, but may benefit from learning more about the risks associated with alcohol use. It would also be a non-threatening group setting for her to join as she is emotionally stable. A task group would be focused on completing specific tasks or goals, which is not applicable in this situation. A brief time-limited group may not provide sufficient time for Jennifer to fully understand or process the information being presented, and counseling may be more appropriate for those with severe alcohol addiction.

Question 19

Chelsea, a 15-year-old has been diagnosed with bulimia. She reports that she is depressed, sees herself as overweight - though she is categorized by her doctors as being underweight - and is experiencing feelings of worthlessness. She would most likely be found in which type of therapy?
A) Counseling
B) Psycho-educational group
C) Inpatient
D) Psychotherapy

Accepted Answer

Chelsea's symptoms suggest that she would benefit most from psychotherapy, which is a form of talk therapy that focuses on identifying and addressing underlying psychological issues that contribute to emotional and behavioral problems. Specifically, she would likely benefit from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), which is a type of psychotherapy that helps people identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to mental health problems such as depression and eating disorders. CBT has been shown to be effective for the treatment of bulimia, and can help individuals like Chelsea to challenge distorted beliefs about their weight and self-worth, as well as develop healthier coping strategies for dealing with stress and emotional difficulties.

Question 20

A protocol of standards that sets forth core competencies for practitioners has been devised by:
A) The American Psychological Association's Group Counseling Committee
B) The Association of Group Specialist Trainers
C) The Association for Specialists in Group Work
D) The Organization for Practitioners in Group Work

Accepted Answer

The Association for Specialists in Group Work has devised a protocol of standards known as the ASGW Standards for Social Justice Training.

Quiz 1: Introduction to Group Work

Which of the following is not a recommended avenue of addressing concerns inherent in counseling others from cultures of which we are not members?

A leader is facilitating a group of diverse individuals - diverse in terms of nationality, race, ethnicity and age. The leader should:

Warm-up -> action -> closure is beneficial in helping to achieve and maintain the balance between:

People from specific cultures may be more inclined to turn to all of the following except _______ in order to address areas of concern:

A competent therapist remains _ in the counseling process while maintaining openness about _.

Solomon is an African-American counselee in your group. Quiet and withdrawn initially, he is quickly coming out of his shell. From a multicultural view, however, you must be aware that his race makes him more likely to:

A group of servicemen and women witnessed a training accident in which comrades were killed and others were left horribly maimed. Many are reporting the effects of being emotionally traumatized. The treatment of choice for these individuals would most likely be a group that:

Finding a list of reading sources where one can increase his or her base of knowledge regarding a diverse group:

In a psycho-educational group, the leader's main undertaking is to administer _ and create an atmosphere that cultivates ___.

Dylan has participated in a court-appointed psycho-educational group designed to address anger management issues. It can be assumed that he filled out an assessment questionnaire:

Financial concerns, the advent and increased frequency of managed-care structuring and cutbacks in resources have all led to the increased necessity of:

Training for individuals in Task Group leadership involves all of the following broad subject areas except for:

Shapiro 2010) states his belief that the future of BGT Brief Group Treatment) hinges primarily on:

In order to learn more about cultural aspects of diverse clients, therapists should do all of the following except:

A view of a counseling group will typically show a population composed of:

Jabir is a Muslim counselee. His counselor is unaware of many aspects of Muslim life, beliefs, etc. Teaching his counselor about these aspects of his life is, according to experts, likely to make him feel:

Jennifer is a 19-year-old emotionally stable college student, but her grades have started to suffer. Her parents suspect alcohol abuse, though they have no proof. They would like her referred to a group that addresses the risks of alcoholism in teenagers. The appropriate group setting would be:

Chelsea, a 15-year-old has been diagnosed with bulimia. She reports that she is depressed, sees herself as overweight - though she is categorized by her doctors as being underweight - and is experiencing feelings of worthlessness. She would most likely be found in which type of therapy?

A protocol of standards that sets forth core competencies for practitioners has been devised by: