Effective Communication in Therapy Can Be Difficult for Members of Ethnic

question 43

Multiple Choice

Effective communication in therapy can be difficult for members of ethnic minorities because

• A) members of ethnic minorities refuse to learn to speak English.
• B) hospitals and clinics often lack staff members who understand the culture of those being served.
• C) ethnic minority group members don't open up in therapy.
• D) ethnic minority group members are often living in the U.S. illegally and cannot disclose much information to therapists.

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Adaptive IHRM Approach

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