Multicultural Issues In Counseling Quiz 1

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    Which statement is correct?

    • Non-verbal communication is universal
    • Non-verbal communication is always done consciously
    • Non-verbal communication is preferred by Western Cultures over verbal communication
    • Non-verbal communication varies across cultures
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Multicultural Issues in Counseling Quiz 1 assesses understanding of communication styles and counseling approaches across different cultures. It evaluates knowledge of non-verbal cues, communication contexts, and therapist-client dynamics in multicultural settings, crucial for effective counseling.

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  • 2. 

    During session, Jason's choice of paralanguage triggered fear upon his therapist. Choose the statement that accurately reflects what Jason might have done.

    • Jason stood very close to his therapist

    • Jason shook her hand with agression

    • Jason moved too quickly around the room

    • Jason responded with a prolonged silence to her questions

    Correct Answer
    A. Jason responded with a prolonged silence to her questions
    Explanation
    Paralanguage refers to vocal cues other than words such as loudness, pauses, inflection and silences among other.

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  • 3. 

    Which statement is correct?

    • In general, people of color prefer a more directive form of therapy such as person centered which prefers the use of reflective listening

    • In general, people of color prefer a style of communication that is impersonal and confrontational.

    • In general, people of color would prefer a counselor that clearly delineates the plan that will help them resolve the issue

    • In general, people of color prefer conforming to encapsulated methods of communication

    Correct Answer
    A. In general, people of color would prefer a counselor that clearly delineates the plan that will help them resolve the issue
    Explanation
    In general, people of color prefer more active, directive forms of helping than nondirective ones

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  • 4. 

    Which therapist is demonstrating an Emic appropach to counseling?

    • If a client looks Black, Lashanda always assumes they are African American

    • If a female client reports being in a relationship, Maria always ask if they have a boyfriend or a husband

    • Ramon believes that part of being a culturally sensitive therapist includes addressing all his clients by the first name to demonstrate his collaborative approach to treatment

    • Farnoosh personally disagrees with her client's decision to remain married to a cheating spouse. However, she is able to identify the culture bound values that are influencing her client's choice.

    Correct Answer
    A. Farnoosh personally disagrees with her client's decision to remain married to a cheating spouse. However, she is able to identify the culture bound values that are influencing her client's choice.
    Explanation
    An emic perspective is one that takes into account differences between cultures.

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  • 5. 

    Which statement is correct?

    • High context communication includes saying things out loud and clear

    • High context communication is about implicit messages

    • High context communication is preferred by most Asian cultures

    • High context communication is about never being direct

    • All of the above are correct

    Correct Answer
    A. High context communication includes saying things out loud and clear
    Explanation
    High context communication refers to a communication style where the meaning is conveyed through implicit messages, relying on context, nonverbal cues, and shared understanding. It is not about saying things out loud and clear, as that would be characteristic of low context communication. While it is true that high context communication is preferred by most Asian cultures, it does not mean that it is about never being direct. Therefore, the correct statement is that high context communication is about implicit messages.

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  • 6. 

    Identify which is Helm's model of White Racial identity development:

    • Contact, Dissonance, Passive, integration and acceptance

    • Contact, Dissonance, Reintegration, Passive, Integration and Acceptance

    • Contact, Desintegration, Reintegration, Pseudo-indipendence, Immersion/Emmersion and Autonomy

    • Contact, Desintegration, Reintegration, Pseudo-dependence, Immersion/Merit and Autonomy

    Correct Answer
    A. Contact, Desintegration, Reintegration, Pseudo-indipendence, Immersion/Emmersion and Autonomy
    Explanation
    Helm's model of White Racial identity development consists of six stages: Contact, Disintegration, Reintegration, Pseudo-independence, Immersion/Emersion, and Autonomy. The given answer includes the correct sequence of these stages, which are Contact, Disintegration, Reintegration, Pseudo-independence, Immersion/Emersion, and Autonomy.

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  • 7. 

    As a form of respect, Sandy tends to avoid direct eye contact when addressing her elders. This is a form of ______________ communication

    • Occular Posture

    • Proxemics

    • Kinesics

    • Naivete

    Correct Answer
    A. Kinesics
    Explanation
    Kinesicts refers to bodily movements such as facial expression, posture, eye contact, and gestures.

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  • 8. 

    According to the Sue and Sue model of White racial identity, which statement is correct?

    • Integrative awareness is about introspection

    • Integrative awareness includes the security to function in a society that marginally accepts integratively aware European American people

    • Integrative awareness is about asking "what does it mean to be White"

    • Integrative awareness includes the successful rejection of all European American values which are the foundation of a non-racist culture

    Correct Answer
    A. Integrative awareness includes the security to function in a society that marginally accepts integratively aware European American people
    Explanation
    Integrative awareness includes the security to function in a society that marginally accepts integratively aware European American people. This means that individuals who have reached integrative awareness of their White racial identity are able to navigate and participate in a society that may only partially accept their awareness. It implies that they have the necessary support and acceptance to engage in meaningful interactions and contribute to a diverse society, despite potential marginalization or resistance from others.

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