Question 1

Which of the following best describes the difference between the etic and emic perspectives in multicultural counseling?

Accepted Answer

Etic perspective emphasizes universal qualities of counseling, while emic perspective focuses on indigenous characteristics of each cultural group.

Question 2

According to Hays' (2008) ADDRESSING Model, which factor is NOT explicitly included?

Accepted Answer

Political affiliation

Question 3

A counselor is working with a client who is experiencing discrimination due to institutionalized racism. Which of the following best illustrates institutionalized racism?

Accepted Answer

A law that restricts voting rights for a particular ethnic group.

Question 4

Which concept refers to the retention of one’s culture of identity despite contact with other cultures?

Accepted Answer

Enculturation

Question 5

A counselor demonstrates cultural empathy by:

Accepted Answer

Recognizing the cultural meaning clients attach to phenomena and incorporating culturally appropriate interventions.

Question 6

Which of the following is a myth about disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Charity or helplessness myth

Question 7

A client who identifies as 'genderqueer' is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Someone who does not identify with traditional labels of male and female.

Question 8

Which of the following is true regarding the 'coming out' process for sexual minorities?

Accepted Answer

It is an ongoing process that can have both positive and negative consequences.

Question 9

Which intervention is focused on preventing disease or disability before it occurs?

Accepted Answer

Prevention

Question 10

According to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), counselors must:

Accepted Answer

Actively seek to understand laws, regulations, and programs affecting people with disabilities.

Question 11

Which of the following best describes cultural pluralism?

Accepted Answer

Minority groups participate fully in the dominant society while maintaining distinct cultural differences.

Question 12

A counselor refuses to work with a sexual minority client due to personal beliefs. According to professional standards, this is considered:

Accepted Answer

A violation of the standard of care.

Question 13

Which phase of family response to disability is characterized by feelings of shock, denial, anger, and depression?

Accepted Answer

Initial phase

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a component of a client’s sense of coherence in cognitive therapy?

Accepted Answer

Vulnerability

Question 15

Which of the following is an example of heterosexism?

Accepted Answer

Assuming all clients are heterosexual and structuring counseling accordingly.

Question 16

According to Liu’s (2011) Social Class Worldview Model, what is the first step in helping a client address social class issues?

Accepted Answer

Help the client identify and understand their economic culture.

Question 17

Which of the following is a factor associated with increased rates of disability?

Accepted Answer

Medical advances

Question 18

A counselor is working with a client who has a physical disability and is helping them adjust to life with the disability. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Postvention

Question 19

Which of the following is a key theme in multicultural counseling?

Accepted Answer

Sensitivity to the significant ways that cultural factors affect human development.

Question 20

Which formula could be used to represent the poverty threshold for a family of size $$n if $$the minimum required cash income per person is $$x$$?

Accepted Answer

$$P = n 	imes x$$

Clinical Mental Health Counseling in a Diverse Society: Multicultural Competence and Practice

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