Author Question: Statements such as Failure to change stems from a lack of motivation and People have choices, and it ... (Read 300 times)

daltonest1984 · **on:** Jul 30, 2018

Statements such as Failure to change stems from a lack of motivation and People have choices, and it is up to them to change their lives, do not take into account environmental factors. These are examples of:

a. guiding principles for action in the diversity movement.
b. stereotypic beliefs.
c. cultural tolerance.
d. challenges to culture-bound values.
e. existential realities of living.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is FALSE with regard to the values of directness and assertiveness?

a. In Western culture, directness is widely perceived as rudeness and something to be avoided.
b. Latinos engage in platica (small talk) before beginning to address their concerns.
c. Therapists should avoid assuming that assertive behavior is the norm and is desirable for everyone.
d. Americans generally want to get to the bottom line and tend to get impatient when that does not happen.