Cultural Competence

Question 1

List the common aspects of human diversity

Answer 1

Acronym: SCAGSO

Socioeconomic status
Culture
Age
Gender
Spiritual beliefs
Other unique aspects

Question 2

How do we address aspects of human diversity?

Answer 2

Acronym: ERRCEPT

Empathy
Respect
Rapport
Curiosity 
Education
Personal bias
Treatment plan

Question 3

What are the stages of acculturation?

Answer 3

Euphoria
Culture shock
Anomie
Assimilation or Adaptation

Question 4

What are general aspects of African American culture?

Answer 4

Values respect, problem-solving, family strengths. Religion is often important. Extended family is important.

Faces significant systemic, long-term discrimination; may mistrust institutions or systems like therapy.

Therapy should consider specific goals, time frames, including family or extended family, referral to family minister, race relations.

Question 5

What are general aspects of Hispanic American culture?

Answer 5

Values specific gender roles, large and extended families, relationships over achievement, physical affection with family, diplomacy and tact.

Men may be expected to be dominant and women submissive/idealized. Connections to family may exclude outside friendships.

Therapy should consider language barriers, inclusion of children or family, possible personal or familial issues related to immigration or acculturation.