PSY BEH 150C Chapter Notes - Chapter 4: Yao Ming, Acculturation, Psych
16 Apr 2019
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Culture shapes the way that a client views a problem; affects the way they themselves understand their own issues and whether or not they seek help. Culture and individual differences and diversity is one of the eight domains that educational programs have to address thoroughly in order to be accredited by american. Including people of diverse backgrounds among students and staff. Educating the students about the role of culture in psychology. Culture influences the experience /expression of many psychological issues, including eating disorders and substance use. Cultural concepts of distress aka culturally bound symptoms . Some symptoms are bound to certain groups. Clinical psychologists must strive to be culturally competent in order to be effective. When clients feel their therapist is culturally competent, they are more likely to form a stronger bond with them. Awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to function effectively. Cultural self awareness is coming to an understanding that one"s own viewpoint is unique.
