Let Us Suppose That the Client Is a White European

question 44

Essay

Let us suppose that the client is a white European American, an African American, or Latina/Latino. How would your responses change or remain similar? Are there contextual issues that need to be considered as part of the helping interview?​

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Definitions:

Phallic Stage

A phase in Freud's psychosexual development theory during which the focus of the libido is on the genital area.

Psychosexual Development

Freud's theory that child development occurs through a series of stages focused on different pleasure areas of the body.

Social Roles

The parts individuals play as members of a social group, which come with specific expectations, behaviors, and responsibilities.

Self-Serving Bias

is the common habit of a person taking credit for positive events or outcomes, but blaming outside factors for negative events.