Question 1

According to Leong&Lau(2001)Asian Americans are distinguished by extremely "___ " levels of soliciting treatment for mental health problems

Accepted Answer

Leong & Lau (2001) highlighted that Asian Americans are characterized by extremely low levels of seeking treatment for mental health issues, often due to cultural stigmas and beliefs about mental health.

Question 2

Which is not a treatment of abnormal behavior in other cultures?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which is not a treatment of abnormal...

Question 3

According to Takeuchi,Sue,and Yeh (1995)having access to ethnic-specific services may encourage more ethnic minorities to seek out and use these treatment centers.

Accepted Answer

Takeuchi, Sue, and Yeh (1995) suggest that having access to ethnic-specific services can indeed encourage more ethnic minorities to seek out and use these treatment centers, as these services are perceived to be more culturally sensitive and understanding of their specific needs.

Question 4

According to Sussman,Robins,and Earls (1987)African Americans were more likely than European Americans to voice mistrust toward formal mental health services,fearing "___ " and " ___"

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is not provided in the options given. Sussman, Robins, and Earls (1987) discussed concerns among African Americans about mental health services, but the specific fears of "hospitalization" and "mistrust" or any other specific pair of concerns are not accurately captured by the options provided.

Question 5

In Latino communities " ___" are an important aspect of psychological and physical healing.

Accepted Answer

Prayers are often an integral part of the healing process in Latino communities, encompassing both psychological and physical aspects. This practice reflects the cultural importance of spirituality and faith in these communities.

Question 6

For very traditional Chicanos seeking formal mental health professionals such as clinicians or psychiatrists may be a last resort.

Accepted Answer

Traditional Chicanos might prioritize family, community support, or alternative healing practices over seeking formal mental health services due to cultural beliefs and stigma associated with mental health issues.

Question 7

Indigenous treatments are rooted in religion and spirituality,not "___ "

Accepted Answer

Indigenous treatments are often based on traditional beliefs and practices, which are more aligned with spirituality and religion rather than the scientific principles of biomedical science.

Question 8

According to Ying & Hu(1994)Southeast Asian groups do not seem to improve with treatment as much as other Asian groups because

Accepted Answer

Ying & Hu (1994) suggest that Southeast Asian groups may not improve as much with treatment as other Asian groups due to the significant impact of war trauma. This trauma, resulting from conflicts in their home countries, can have profound and lasting effects on mental health, making treatment more challenging.

Question 9

Studies show that Latino and Asian Americans and Arab Americans prefer " ___ " over "___ " therapists.Fill in the blanks respectively.

Accepted Answer

Studies indicate that Latino and Asian Americans, as well as Arab Americans, tend to prefer directive therapists over nondirective ones. This preference is often attributed to cultural values that emphasize respect for authority and expertise, which aligns more closely with the directive approach where the therapist takes a more active role in guiding the therapy process.

Question 10

Indigenous healing encompasses therapeutic beliefs and practices that are rooted within a
given culture.

Accepted Answer

Indigenous healing practices are indeed therapeutic beliefs and practices that originate and are deeply rooted within a specific culture, often passed down through generations and tailored to the community's unique spiritual, physical, and emotional needs.

Question 11

Suggestion of Tolman and Reedy (1998)say that reduced utilization of services by Native Americans may be the result of cultural beliefs that sickness comes from disharmony with "___ ".

Accepted Answer

Tolman and Reedy (1998) suggest that reduced utilization of services by Native Americans may be due to cultural beliefs that sickness stems from disharmony with oneself, one's community, and nature, indicating that all the options (A, B, C) are correct.

Question 12

General reasons that ethnic minorities may underuse mental health services are "___ " and "___ " Fill in the blanks respectively.

Accepted Answer

Mistrust and stigma are significant barriers that can prevent ethnic minorities from seeking and utilizing mental health services. Mistrust often stems from historical and personal experiences of discrimination and bias within the healthcare system, while stigma related to mental health issues can be particularly pronounced in some cultural groups, leading to underuse of mental health services.

Question 13

According to Yeh,Takeuchi,and Sue's (1994)Asian American adolescents and their use of mental health services in the Los Angeles area found that ethnic-specific mental health services were less successful in providing services to Asian American youth than compared to mainstream facilities.

Accepted Answer

Yeh, Takeuchi, and Sue's (1994) study actually found that ethnic-specific mental health services were more successful in providing services to Asian American youth compared to mainstream facilities, highlighting the importance of culturally sensitive approaches in mental health care.

Question 14

According to Stanley Sue,some of the reasons why Asian Americans underuse mental health services include " ___",which is not one of the reasons.

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to Stanley Sue,some of the reasons...

Question 15

In Latino communities in general,the cause of mental disturbances may be attributed to "____ "; consequently,it is believed that the power to cure problems lies within the church and not with mental health professionals (Paniagua,1998).

Accepted Answer

In Latino communities, mental disturbances are often attributed to evil spirits, which leads to the belief that healing and solutions can be found within the church or through spiritual means, rather than solely through mental health professionals. This perspective emphasizes the cultural importance of spirituality and religion in understanding and addressing mental health issues.

Question 16

According to Al-Mutlaq and Chaleby (1995),what is not considered a problem with group therapy in the Middle East?

Accepted Answer

Al-Mutlaq and Chaleby (1995) did not identify individuals' reluctance to share personal problems in front of others as a problem with group therapy in the Middle East.

Question 17

According to Primm,Lima,& Rowe,1996; Priest(1991)Mistrust among African Americans or native Americans may stem from their history and experiences of "___ "

Accepted Answer

The mistrust among African Americans or Native Americans towards various societal institutions and interactions can stem from their historical and ongoing experiences of segregation, discrimination, and racism, as these factors collectively contribute to their wary or distrustful attitudes.

Question 18

If the therapist is not familiar with cultural norm,such as direct eye contact,or speaking indirectly,he or she might falsely assume that the client is showing a lack of interest,resisting treatment,or even rude.

Accepted Answer

Cultural norms significantly influence communication styles, including the use of eye contact and indirect speech. A therapist unfamiliar with a client's cultural background may misinterpret these behaviors, leading to incorrect assumptions about the client's engagement or attitude towards therapy.

Question 19

Developing responses to psychological distress that are sensitive to each individual's "____ "is the goal for many psychologists working with diverse populations.

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is "All of the above" because psychological distress responses must be sensitive to an individual's cultural outlook, beliefs, and practices to be effective and respectful.

Question 20

Developing cross-cultural competence is a lifelong journey,replete with many joy sand challenges that will

Accepted Answer

Developing cross-cultural competence enhances research sophistication, broadens the applicability of counseling psychology knowledge, acknowledges the cultural context of counseling, and improves the profession's capacity to meet diverse mental health needs globally.

Quiz 12: Culture and the Treatment of Abnormal Behavior

According to Leong&Lau(2001) Asian Americans are distinguished by extremely "___ " levels of soliciting treatment for mental health problems

Which is not a treatment of abnormal behavior in other cultures?

According to Takeuchi,Sue,and Yeh (1995)having access to ethnic-specific services may encourage more ethnic minorities to seek out and use these treatment centers.

According to Sussman,Robins,and Earls (1987) African Americans were more likely than European Americans to voice mistrust toward formal mental health services,fearing "_ " and " _"

In Latino communities " ___" are an important aspect of psychological and physical healing.

For very traditional Chicanos seeking formal mental health professionals such as clinicians or psychiatrists may be a last resort.

Indigenous treatments are rooted in religion and spirituality,not "___ "

According to Ying & Hu(1994) Southeast Asian groups do not seem to improve with treatment as much as other Asian groups because

Studies show that Latino and Asian Americans and Arab Americans prefer " _ " over "_ " therapists.Fill in the blanks respectively.

Indigenous healing encompasses therapeutic beliefs and practices that are rooted within a given culture.

Suggestion of Tolman and Reedy (1998) say that reduced utilization of services by Native Americans may be the result of cultural beliefs that sickness comes from disharmony with "___ ".

General reasons that ethnic minorities may underuse mental health services are "_ " and "_ " Fill in the blanks respectively.

According to Yeh,Takeuchi,and Sue's (1994)Asian American adolescents and their use of mental health services in the Los Angeles area found that ethnic-specific mental health services were less successful in providing services to Asian American youth than compared to mainstream facilities.

According to Stanley Sue,some of the reasons why Asian Americans underuse mental health services include " ___",which is not one of the reasons.

In Latino communities in general,the cause of mental disturbances may be attributed to "____ "; consequently,it is believed that the power to cure problems lies within the church and not with mental health professionals (Paniagua,1998) .

According to Al-Mutlaq and Chaleby (1995) ,what is not considered a problem with group therapy in the Middle East?

According to Primm,Lima,& Rowe,1996; Priest(1991) Mistrust among African Americans or native Americans may stem from their history and experiences of "___ "

If the therapist is not familiar with cultural norm,such as direct eye contact,or speaking indirectly,he or she might falsely assume that the client is showing a lack of interest,resisting treatment,or even rude.

Developing responses to psychological distress that are sensitive to each individual's "____ "is the goal for many psychologists working with diverse populations.

Developing cross-cultural competence is a lifelong journey,replete with many joy sand challenges that will

Quiz 12: Culture and the Treatment of Abnormal Behavior

According to Leong&Lau(2001) Asian Americans are distinguished by extremely "___ " levels of soliciting treatment for mental health problems

Which is not a treatment of abnormal behavior in other cultures?

According to Takeuchi,Sue,and Yeh (1995)having access to ethnic-specific services may encourage more ethnic minorities to seek out and use these treatment centers.

According to Sussman,Robins,and Earls (1987) African Americans were more likely than European Americans to voice mistrust toward formal mental health services,fearing "___ " and " ___"

In Latino communities " ___" are an important aspect of psychological and physical healing.

For very traditional Chicanos seeking formal mental health professionals such as clinicians or psychiatrists may be a last resort.

Indigenous treatments are rooted in religion and spirituality,not "___ "

According to Ying & Hu(1994) Southeast Asian groups do not seem to improve with treatment as much as other Asian groups because

Studies show that Latino and Asian Americans and Arab Americans prefer " ___ " over "___ " therapists.Fill in the blanks respectively.

Indigenous healing encompasses therapeutic beliefs and practices that are rooted within a given culture.

Suggestion of Tolman and Reedy (1998) say that reduced utilization of services by Native Americans may be the result of cultural beliefs that sickness comes from disharmony with "___ ".

General reasons that ethnic minorities may underuse mental health services are "___ " and "___ " Fill in the blanks respectively.

According to Yeh,Takeuchi,and Sue's (1994)Asian American adolescents and their use of mental health services in the Los Angeles area found that ethnic-specific mental health services were less successful in providing services to Asian American youth than compared to mainstream facilities.

According to Stanley Sue,some of the reasons why Asian Americans underuse mental health services include " ___",which is not one of the reasons.

In Latino communities in general,the cause of mental disturbances may be attributed to "____ "; consequently,it is believed that the power to cure problems lies within the church and not with mental health professionals (Paniagua,1998) .

According to Al-Mutlaq and Chaleby (1995) ,what is not considered a problem with group therapy in the Middle East?

According to Primm,Lima,& Rowe,1996; Priest(1991) Mistrust among African Americans or native Americans may stem from their history and experiences of "___ "

If the therapist is not familiar with cultural norm,such as direct eye contact,or speaking indirectly,he or she might falsely assume that the client is showing a lack of interest,resisting treatment,or even rude.

Developing responses to psychological distress that are sensitive to each individual's "____ "is the goal for many psychologists working with diverse populations.

Developing cross-cultural competence is a lifelong journey,replete with many joy sand challenges that will

According to Sussman,Robins,and Earls (1987) African Americans were more likely than European Americans to voice mistrust toward formal mental health services,fearing "_ " and " _"

Studies show that Latino and Asian Americans and Arab Americans prefer " _ " over "_ " therapists.Fill in the blanks respectively.

General reasons that ethnic minorities may underuse mental health services are "_ " and "_ " Fill in the blanks respectively.