Exam 18: Multicultural Diagnosis and Conceptualization

The __________ perspective asserts that the anger, depression, and discontent that result from the challenging and stressful life circumstances of women or other disadvantaged groups are reframed as medical or psychiatric symptoms.

Feminists hold the position that

Feminist theorists contend that all of the following causes of problems are overemphasized EXCEPT

Mental health professionals' ethical codes prohibit discrimination on the basis of

When working with your client, how will you demonstrate a respect for diverse populations?

Women in North America are ______ men to experience depression in their lives.

Reflect on your own cultural biases and assumptions in regard to one or more cultures different than your own.

__________ disorders are more likely to represent social conventions.

The _______ is an emerging measure included in the DSM-5 that helps the clinician understand the cultural context and factors of the client's presenting problem, as well as the client's perception of the problem.

With regard to sampling bias, all but which of the following has been raised as a concern?

The DSM-5 has significantly affected the way counselors diagnose mental disorders by replacing the ________ system with _________ assessments.

Provide one example of a situation of overdiagnosis, underdiagnosis, or misdiagnosis of a client, and discuss how this situation could have been avoided and can be resolved.

Which of the following is an example of traditional gender roles?

__________ impact(s) the concept of normalcy in the diagnosis of individuals who are receiving mental health services.

When using the DSM, __________ should be considered during assessment.

In addition to the DSM, what are other types of assessment tools and how can counselors use them to effectively diagnose a client? List the pros and cons of each.

Significant correlations have been found between premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and history of

Select the theoretical orientation of your choice and discuss how your theoretical orientation can incorporate cross-cultural considerations in diagnosis and case conceptualizations.

According to the feminist perspective, early versions of the DSM as well as subsequent versions have been influenced by masculine-based assumptions regarding health and illness. This assumption is an example of

Some mental health professionals struggle with providing diagnoses to clients who are members of diverse populations for whom a history of misdiagnosis is prevalent. How will you address your feelings?