Some Researchers Have Argued That Minority-Group Individuals Underutilize and Prematurely

question 7

Multiple Choice

Some researchers have argued that minority-group individuals underutilize and prematurely terminate counseling/therapy because

• A) of the biased nature of the services themselves
• B) they do not know where to locate services
• C) services are too accommodating
• D) mental health professionals are too culturally competent

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Definitions:

Expectancy Effect

The impact that a person's expectations can have on the outcome of a situation or experiment, often related to the placebo effect.

Misperception

An incorrect understanding or interpretation of information, events, or situations.

Rods

Visual receptors that respond to dim light.

Cones

Visual receptors involved in color vision.