In the Arena of Cultural Knowledge, Which Areas of Competencies

question 26

Multiple Choice

In the arena of cultural knowledge, which areas of competencies are important to have to be a culturally competent counselor?

• A) knowledgeable and informed on a number of culturally diverse groups
• B) knowledgeable about diverse groups one might work with
• C) specific knowledge and understanding of generic characteristics of counseling and therapy
• D) knowledge about sociopolitical background of clients
• E) knowledge about institutional barriers that prevent some diverse clients from utilizing services
• F) All of the Above

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Definitions:

Diffusion Of Responsibility

A socio-psychological phenomenon where individuals in a group are less likely to take action or feel responsible when others are present.

Risky Shift

The phenomenon where groups make riskier decisions than individuals would, due to the diffusion of responsibility and other factors.

Decision Polarization

The phenomenon where a group's decisions become more extreme than the individual members' initial positions, often after a discussion or deliberation process.

Deindividuation

A psychological state in which an individual loses self-awareness and self-restraint, often in group settings.