Forms of Prejudice in Counseling

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What is the primary aim of social justice in counseling?

Maintaining societal inequities

Ignoring diversity

Excluding marginalized groups

Promoting access and equity (correct)

In what year were the Multicultural Counseling Competencies and Standards developed by ACES and AMCD?

2001 (correct)

2015

1980

1995

Who added grounding principles to the Multicultural Counseling Competencies and Standards, placing them in an ecological frame?

Arredondo and Aricniega (correct)

ACA

AMCD

ACES

What is the role of counselors when issues of power, privilege, and discrimination arise?

Address client issues at broader levels Signup and view all the answers

How did the Association for Multicultural Counseling and Development (AMCD) shift beyond awareness in 2015?

Emphasizing social justice and advocacy Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of advocacy in counseling?

Translating social justice commitment into action Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of individuals who are marginalized according to the text?

Race, ethnicity, gender, age, ability status, sexual orientation Signup and view all the answers

'Multicultural Competence and Advocacy' refers to what aspect of counseling?

Addressing broader societal issues as a counselor Signup and view all the answers

What is required across all specialties according to the ACA Code of Ethics (2014)?

Multicultural counseling competence Signup and view all the answers

According to the CRCC (2017), what do rehabilitation counselors develop and maintain to be considered culturally competent?

Cultural knowledge, awareness, sensitivity, and skills Signup and view all the answers

What do rehabilitation counselors do according to the CRCC (2017) in terms of interventions?

Adapt interventions to incorporate consideration of cultural perspectives of clients Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for counselors when working with a diverse client population according to the ACA Code of Ethics (2014)?

Gaining knowledge, personal awareness, sensitivity, and skills pertinent to being a culturally competent counselor Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the Standard C.2.a of the ACA Code of Ethics (2014)?

Multicultural counseling competence requirements Signup and view all the answers

'Rehabilitation counselors do not condone or engage in the prejudicial treatment...' - This statement aligns with which aspect of multicultural competence and advocacy?

Nondiscrimination Signup and view all the answers

'Cultural Competency - Rehabilitation counselors develop and maintain knowledge, personal awareness, sensitivity, and skills...' - Which organization emphasizes this requirement?

CRCC Signup and view all the answers

'Rehabilitation counselors develop and adapt interventions and services to incorporate consideration of cultural perspectives...' - What is integral to this statement?

Incorporating cultural perspectives in interventions Signup and view all the answers

What should counselors avoid doing in their interactions with clients regarding values?

Imposing their own values on clients Signup and view all the answers

Why can value differences between counselors and clients be problematic?

They can create difficulties, especially around emotionally charged issues Signup and view all the answers

Which U.S. Supreme Court case involved a brief submitted by ACA supporting mental health professionals' role in end-of-life decision-making?

None of the above Signup and view all the answers

According to ACA (2014), what should counselors not engage in based on various factors?

Discrimination Signup and view all the answers

Which states have enacted conscience clause legislations regarding values conflicts?

Arizona, Michigan, Mississippi, Tennessee Signup and view all the answers

'Engaging in this process will let you recognize that you simultaneously experience both privilege and oppression' - This statement refers to which case?

The Case of Horst Signup and view all the answers

'Victims of Illegal Discrimination' - According to ACA (2014), who should counselors not discriminate against based on various factors?

Clients based on age, culture, disability, and more Signup and view all the answers

What is one key aspect that counselors should be aware of regarding value conflicts?

The requirement to be conscious of and avoid imposing their own values on clients Signup and view all the answers

What are racial microaggressions?

Brief and commonplace daily verbal or behavioral indignities related to race Signup and view all the answers

Why may counselors find it difficult to relate to poverty and become aware of their class biases?

Class biases are deeply ingrained and may go unnoticed Signup and view all the answers

What is ableism?

A form of prejudice against individuals with physical, developmental, or mental disabilities Signup and view all the answers

Why have disability issues generally not been included in social justice agendas?

Limited acknowledgment of disability as a multicultural concern Signup and view all the answers

What is ageism?

Prejudice against individuals based on their age Signup and view all the answers

Why will there be a burgeoning need for culturally competent counselors to serve older adults?

Rising number of older adults in the population Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason majority of counselors are females?

Higher interest among females in counseling careers Signup and view all the answers

'Link between poverty and mental health' falls under which form of prejudice?

'Socioeconomic Status' Signup and view all the answers

What should counselors do if their clients need legal advice?

Refer them to attorneys or legal advocacy groups Signup and view all the answers

Where can the legal duties of counselors related to discrimination be found?

U.S. Constitution, laws, and statutes Signup and view all the answers

Why should counselors avoid stereotypical conclusions regarding nonverbal behaviors?

To maintain cultural competence Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action for counselors when clients from minority groups face harm?

Intervene immediately Signup and view all the answers

Which group should counselors turn to for legal assistance for their clients?

Attorneys or legal advocacy groups Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for counselors to understand that individuals from different cultures react differently to crisis events?

To avoid making assumptions based on stereotypes Signup and view all the answers

How should counselors interpret nonverbal behaviors like sitting on one's hands or lack of eye contact?

Contextualize the behaviors within the individual's culture Signup and view all the answers