Dr Thornton Specializes in Psychotherapy with a Particular Ethnic Group

question 74

Multiple Choice

Dr. Thornton specializes in psychotherapy with a particular ethnic group. Compared to people from other ethnic groups, Thornton's clients are more likely to keep their feelings to themselves. Thornton understands that this should not lead him to interpret his clients as being uncooperative or avoidant. In addition, Thornton recognizes that people with this cultural background are more likely to emphasize collective values than individualism. Dr. Thornton is most likely to be working with which ethnic group?

• A)Latino Americans
• B)African Americans
• C)Asian Americans
• D)European Americans
• E)Native Americans

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