When working with diverse populations, what must a psychologist do?

What will be an ideal response?


A psychologist must ensure fair treatment for all individuals and groups regardless of age, gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, culture, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, language, or socioeconomic status. Psychologist must obtain the necessary competencies to work effectively with diverse populations and are prohibited from engaging in unfair discrimination or harassment.

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a. Obtain help for the addicted family member b. Protect the addicted family member from the consequences of their behavior c. Do not discuss the addiction d. Do not confront the addiction

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____________involves the process of projecting those parts of self that are too difficult to hold, those unacceptable and undesirable impulses, onto the “other.”

a. Projection b. Projective identification c. Separation d. Splitting

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Career counseling is increasingly viewed as

a. Career adjustment counseling b. Synonymous with personal counseling c. A process that involves leisure issues d. A process that involves personal as well as life role issues

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Which of the following best explains why staying informed on issues regarding interactions between licensing boards, professional organizations, legislation, and assessment is a necessary component of maintaining best practices?

a. Counselors must ensure that professional counseling is not undermined as a profession. b. Licensing boards and professional organizations directly influence the professional capabilities of counselors (e.g., which assessments they may administer). c. Licensed counselors are less likely to be considered for job positions in agencies and community mental health centers if they are active and outspoken about legislative concerns related to mental health services. d. All of the above.

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