Question 1

Because many aspects of the sweat lodge and vision quest are symbolic, it is extremely unlikely that physical and spiritual self-purification can actually occur in these types of ceremonies.

Accepted Answer

The effectiveness of sweat lodge and vision quest ceremonies in achieving physical and spiritual self-purification is subjective and can vary greatly among individuals. Many participants report profound experiences of purification and transformation, indicating that these ceremonies can indeed facilitate such outcomes for some people.

Question 2

Shamans are very influential and believed to possess psychic abilities to heal and to predict life situations.

Accepted Answer

Shamans are widely believed to possess psychic abilities such as clairvoyance, precognition, healing, and divination. They are considered to have a connection with the spiritual realm and can communicate with spirits, ancestors, and guides to help people with various life problems. This belief is shared among many indigenous cultures worldwide.

Question 3

Alcoholism is extremely high among all Native American groups.

Accepted Answer

Alcoholism rates vary widely among Native American groups, and it is inaccurate to generalize that it is extremely high among all groups. Some communities have high rates of alcoholism, while others have low rates, similar to or even lower than the general U.S. population.

Question 4

Indian time refers to doing things well as opposed to doing them quickly.

Accepted Answer

Indian culture values taking time to do things well and to pay attention to detail, rather than rushing through tasks quickly.

Question 5

Material goods are given away in some Native American cultures as a way of recognizing the help of others, strengthening kinship bonds, and to show that sharing is valued.

Accepted Answer

This is true. Many Native American cultures practice gift-giving as a way of establishing and reinforcing social connections and values.

Question 6

Match the following terms&#10;-Everything has a spirit: animals, inanimate objects, the sky, and the earth.&#10;A) Nature&#10;B) The term &#34;Indian&#34;&#10;C) Government boarding schools&#10;D) Mental illness&#10;E) Determines worth and status

Accepted Answer

The belief that everything has a spirit is a key concept in many Indigenous cultures' understanding of nature and its relationship with humans.

Question 7

Match the following terms&#10;-Associated with the history of decimation that originated when European explorers mistakenly believed they had reached India&#10;A) Nature&#10;B) The term &#34;Indian&#34;&#10;C) Government boarding schools&#10;D) Mental illness&#10;E) Determines worth and status

Accepted Answer

The term "Indian" is associated with the history of decimation caused by European explorers who mistakenly believed they had reached India, and thus referred to the Indigenous peoples of the Americas as "Indians". This label has been carried on throughout history and has caused harm and erasure of Indigenous cultures and identities.

Question 8

Match the following terms&#10;-Punished Native American children for speaking their tribal languages; aimed to remove all traces of their culture&#10;A) Nature&#10;B) The term &#34;Indian&#34;&#10;C) Government boarding schools&#10;D) Mental illness&#10;E) Determines worth and status

Accepted Answer

Government boarding schools were responsible for punishing Native American children for speaking their tribal languages and aimed to remove all traces of their culture.

Question 9

Match the following terms&#10;-Outcome of human weakness or lack of discipline in maintaining harmony&#10;A) Nature&#10;B) The term &#34;Indian&#34;&#10;C) Government boarding schools&#10;D) Mental illness&#10;E) Determines worth and status

Accepted Answer

Mental illness can often be perceived as an outcome of human weakness or lack of discipline in maintaining harmony, especially in contexts where there is a stigma associated with mental health issues. This perspective, though incorrect and harmful, has historically been a way some societies have misunderstood mental health challenges.

Question 10

Match the following terms&#10;-Connection to family and community&#10;A) Nature&#10;B) The term &#34;Indian&#34;&#10;C) Government boarding schools&#10;D) Mental illness&#10;E) Determines worth and status

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following terms&#10;-Connection to family and...

Question 11

Match the following&#10;-Extremely important, casual dress may be perceived negatively.&#10;A) Nonverbal behavior&#10;B) Education as an acute concern&#10;C) Cultural loss&#10;D) Direct questions about religion and tribal ceremonies&#10;E) Initial problem in counseling

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following&#10;-Extremely important, casual dress may...

Question 12

Match the following&#10;-American Indian Colleges are one solution&#10;A) Nonverbal behavior&#10;B) Education as an acute concern&#10;C) Cultural loss&#10;D) Direct questions about religion and tribal ceremonies&#10;E) Initial problem in counseling

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following&#10;-American Indian Colleges are one...

Question 13

Match the following&#10;-Important for counselors to acknowledge and advocate for systemic change&#10;A) Nonverbal behavior&#10;B) Education as an acute concern&#10;C) Cultural loss&#10;D) Direct questions about religion and tribal ceremonies&#10;E) Initial problem in counseling

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following&#10;-Important for counselors to acknowledge...

Question 14

Match the following&#10;-Bring up slowly, let client initiate&#10;A) Nonverbal behavior&#10;B) Education as an acute concern&#10;C) Cultural loss&#10;D) Direct questions about religion and tribal ceremonies&#10;E) Initial problem in counseling

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following&#10;-Bring up slowly, let client...

Question 15

Match the following&#10;-Not the major issue&#10;A) Nonverbal behavior&#10;B) Education as an acute concern&#10;C) Cultural loss&#10;D) Direct questions about religion and tribal ceremonies&#10;E) Initial problem in counseling

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following&#10;-Not the major issue&#10;A) Nonverbal...

Deck 5: Native Americans in Counseling