Question 1

What training experiences are recommended to assist counselors in developing multicultural competence?

Accepted Answer

A) A course designed to address the interface of professional ethics,multicultural counseling competence,and social justice counseling issues. 
B) A broad range of ethical decision-making skills related to multicultural counseling should be integrated throughout the curriculum and infused in all aspects of the training program. 
C) Both a and b 
D) None of the above. 
A) A course designed to address the interface of professional ethics,multicultural counseling competence,and social justice counseling issues. 
B) A broad range of ethical decision-making skills related to multicultural counseling should be integrated throughout the curriculum and infused in all aspects of the training program. 
C) Both a and b 
D) None of the above.

Question 2

Historically,much of the language used to refer to "the disability experience," as portrayed in the print and electronic media,has communicated a(n) _____attitude toward persons with disabilities.

Accepted Answer

A) condescending 
B) positive 
C) empathic 
D) both b and c 
A) condescending 
B) positive 
C) empathic 
D) both b and c

Question 3

It is realistic to expect that effective helpers will have an in-depth knowledge of all cultural backgrounds.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a demographic variable?

Accepted Answer

A) socioeconomic background 
B) gender,age,and place of residence 
C) ethnicity and race 
D) religion 
E) all of the above 
A) socioeconomic background 
B) gender,age,and place of residence 
C) ethnicity and race 
D) religion 
E) all of the above

Question 5

Culturally skilled helpers are convinced that traditional concepts and helping strategies are appropriate for all clients and for all problems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

It is essential that helpers develop interventions that are based on the assumption that persons with disabilities have the right to control their own lives.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Becoming an ethical and effective helper in a multicultural society is

Accepted Answer

A) a continuing process,rather than a destination that we reach. 
B) just about impossible because of the complex nature of helping diverse client populations. 
C) not realistic because of a lack of time. 
D) likely to be achieved after taking one course in multicultural aspects of the helping professions. 
A) a continuing process,rather than a destination that we reach. 
B) just about impossible because of the complex nature of helping diverse client populations. 
C) not realistic because of a lack of time. 
D) likely to be achieved after taking one course in multicultural aspects of the helping professions.

Question 8

Helpers who view themselves as being without any stereotypes,biases,and prejudices are underestimating the impact of their socialization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Clients with an Eastern orientation are likely to place a high value on

Accepted Answer

A) directness and exhibit this as a sign of assertiveness and self-respect. 
B) self-disclosure to focus on the nature of their problem. 
C) family bonds and cultural traditions that emphasize appropriate roles and status. 
D) self-determination and independence. 
A) directness and exhibit this as a sign of assertiveness and self-respect. 
B) self-disclosure to focus on the nature of their problem. 
C) family bonds and cultural traditions that emphasize appropriate roles and status. 
D) self-determination and independence.

Question 10

Ethnographic variables refers to

Accepted Answer

A) educational background. 
B) gender. 
C) nationality. 
D) place of residence. 
E) informal affiliations. 
A) educational background. 
B) gender. 
C) nationality. 
D) place of residence. 
E) informal affiliations.

Question 11

The culturally encapsulated counselor defines reality according to one set of cultural assumptions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Yang,a Southeast Asian student,has come to the college counseling center to explore career options.As the counselor presents career options,Yang makes little eye contact and does not actively respond to the many alternatives placed before him.It is safe to assume that Yang

Accepted Answer

A) is in disagreement with the manner in which the counselor is presenting optional career choices. 
B) does not understand what is being said since English is his second language. 
C) is resistant to the ideas being presented. 
D) may not be using direct eye contact because in his culture it is considered disrespectful. 
A) is in disagreement with the manner in which the counselor is presenting optional career choices. 
B) does not understand what is being said since English is his second language. 
C) is resistant to the ideas being presented. 
D) may not be using direct eye contact because in his culture it is considered disrespectful.

Question 13

Culturally skilled helpers

Accepted Answer

A) recognize and understand their own values,ethnocentric attitudes,and assumptions about human behavior. 
B) know specifically about their own racial and cultural heritage and how it affects them personally and professionally. 
C) have acquired certain skills in working with culturally diverse populations and are able to define goals consistent with the life experiences and cultural values of their clients. 
D) all of the above 
A) recognize and understand their own values,ethnocentric attitudes,and assumptions about human behavior. 
B) know specifically about their own racial and cultural heritage and how it affects them personally and professionally. 
C) have acquired certain skills in working with culturally diverse populations and are able to define goals consistent with the life experiences and cultural values of their clients. 
D) all of the above

Question 14

In a sense,all helping relationships are multicultural.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

_____has resulted in "soul wounding" for persons in diverse groups.

Accepted Answer

A) Oppression 
B) Self-sabotage 
C) Transference 
D) Countertransference 
E) Resistance 
A) Oppression 
B) Self-sabotage 
C) Transference 
D) Countertransference 
E) Resistance

Question 16

Since persons with disabilities often have complex issues,it is best to submit an assessment of their needs immediately after your first meeting with them,so they can start receiving services right away.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

There are no cultural implications to using self-disclosure in helping relationships.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

What training experiences are recommended to assist counselors in developing multicultural competence?

Historically,much of the language used to refer to "the disability experience," as portrayed in the print and electronic media,has communicated a(n) _____attitude toward persons with disabilities.

It is realistic to expect that effective helpers will have an in-depth knowledge of all cultural backgrounds.

Which of the following is an example of a demographic variable?

Culturally skilled helpers are convinced that traditional concepts and helping strategies are appropriate for all clients and for all problems.

It is essential that helpers develop interventions that are based on the assumption that persons with disabilities have the right to control their own lives.

Becoming an ethical and effective helper in a multicultural society is

Helpers who view themselves as being without any stereotypes,biases,and prejudices are underestimating the impact of their socialization.

Clients with an Eastern orientation are likely to place a high value on

Ethnographic variables refers to

The culturally encapsulated counselor defines reality according to one set of cultural assumptions.

Yang,a Southeast Asian student,has come to the college counseling center to explore career options.As the counselor presents career options,Yang makes little eye contact and does not actively respond to the many alternatives placed before him.It is safe to assume that Yang

Culturally skilled helpers

In a sense,all helping relationships are multicultural.

_____has resulted in "soul wounding" for persons in diverse groups.

Since persons with disabilities often have complex issues,it is best to submit an assessment of their needs immediately after your first meeting with them,so they can start receiving services right away.

There are no cultural implications to using self-disclosure in helping relationships.

Are the Helping Professions for You

Knowing Your Values

Helper Know Thyself

Common Concerns of Beginning Helpers

The Helping Process

Theory Applied to Practice

Ethical Legal Issues Facing Helpers

Managing Boundary Issues

Getting the Most From Your Fieldwork Supervision

Stress,Burnout and Self-Care

Working With Groups

Working in the Community

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Exam 7: Understanding Diversity

What training experiences are recommended to assist counselors in developing multicultural competence?

Historically,much of the language used to refer to "the disability experience," as portrayed in the print and electronic media,has communicated a(n) _____attitude toward persons with disabilities.

It is realistic to expect that effective helpers will have an in-depth knowledge of all cultural backgrounds.

Which of the following is an example of a demographic variable?

Culturally skilled helpers are convinced that traditional concepts and helping strategies are appropriate for all clients and for all problems.

It is essential that helpers develop interventions that are based on the assumption that persons with disabilities have the right to control their own lives.

Becoming an ethical and effective helper in a multicultural society is

Helpers who view themselves as being without any stereotypes,biases,and prejudices are underestimating the impact of their socialization.

Clients with an Eastern orientation are likely to place a high value on

Ethnographic variables refers to

The culturally encapsulated counselor defines reality according to one set of cultural assumptions.

Yang,a Southeast Asian student,has come to the college counseling center to explore career options.As the counselor presents career options,Yang makes little eye contact and does not actively respond to the many alternatives placed before him.It is safe to assume that Yang

Culturally skilled helpers

In a sense,all helping relationships are multicultural.

_____has resulted in "soul wounding" for persons in diverse groups.

Since persons with disabilities often have complex issues,it is best to submit an assessment of their needs immediately after your first meeting with them,so they can start receiving services right away.

There are no cultural implications to using self-disclosure in helping relationships.

Are the Helping Professions for You

Knowing Your Values

Helper Know Thyself

Common Concerns of Beginning Helpers

The Helping Process

Theory Applied to Practice

Ethical Legal Issues Facing Helpers

Managing Boundary Issues

Getting the Most From Your Fieldwork Supervision

Stress,Burnout and Self-Care

Working With Groups

Working in the Community

Filters