The People's Beliefs, Attitudes, and Behaviors

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Book 4
Page 13 Reflection
While reading this chapter, I strongly believed that people's beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors play an essential role in addressing mental health challenges. Therefore, specialists need to acquire the views or perceptions of the community they are serving. This is important to guarantee positive outcomes in the care process. It will also ensure consistent benefits for all people despite their spiritual affiliations.
Page 20 Reflection
My culture has affected how I was raised, my educational experiences, and my work life significantly. Culture has influenced how I perceive other people within the workplace. Moreover, knowledge learning is also influenced by my cultural background. I see myself as a culturally competent professional. However, I can improve my competency by embracing diversity and collaborating with people from other cultures.
Page 24 Step 7
Stages of Change in Prochaska and DiClemente’s model: pre-contemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance.
In motivational interviewing, the major tool of the counselor is open questions and affirmations.
Page 24 Step 8
In the case of management, the goal is to meet the client’s needs. Therefore, a comprehensive care plan is the best resource that can assist them in how case management is central to meeting clients' needs. The resource will specify the client’s goals and the counselor’s input during treatment.
Page 25 Step 9
Second Question: Strength-based strategies usually allow individuals to perceive themselves at their best level. In this regard, they will be able to capitalize on their strengths instead of focusing on the negative traits. This has potential of offering positive results.
Reflection: While reading this chapter, I thought that counselors are the primary determinants of the care techniques. I also thought that clients were expected to accept the proposal from counselors without stating their discomforts. However, the clients' culture, values, and perceptions are vital in enhancing care outcomes and addressing the existing gaps.
Page 29 First Question
No. This is because ethnic representatives produce biases within the workplace and limit the level of cultural acceptance and collaborati...