Cultural & Demographic Considerations Flashcards
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Which of the following best describes the concept of 'acculturative stress' in the context of suicide risk?
Answer: Psychological strain arising from navigating between one's heritage culture and the dominant culture
Acculturative stress refers to the psychological burden of adapting to a new culture while managing conflict between cultural identities, which elevates suicide risk.
Rural residents in the US have higher suicide rates than urban residents. Which factor most contributes to this disparity?
Answer: Greater access to lethal means, less access to mental health services, and social stigma
Rural areas have higher firearm ownership (lethal means), severe shortages of mental health providers, and strong stigma that deters help-seeking.
Which of the following exemplifies cultural competence in suicide prevention work?
Answer: Modifying assessment language, building trust through cultural understanding, and integrating community resources
Cultural competence requires adapting communication, building culturally informed therapeutic relationships, and connecting clients to culturally resonant support systems.
Men die by suicide at approximately what ratio compared to women in the US?
Answer: 3.5:1 — men die at 3.5 times the rate
In the US, men die by suicide at approximately 3.5 times the rate of women, largely due to use of more lethal methods and lower help-seeking.
How does the construct of 'machismo' in some Latino cultures create a barrier to suicide intervention?
Answer: It promotes stoicism and self-reliance, making it culturally unacceptable to seek help for mental distress
Machismo norms can stigmatize help-seeking as a sign of weakness, making it difficult for Latino men to disclose suicidal distress or access services.
Which group shows a significantly elevated suicide risk related to the phenomenon known as 'minority stress'?
Answer: LGBTQ+ individuals experiencing stigma, prejudice, and discrimination
Minority stress theory explains how chronic exposure to stigma, discrimination, and concealment of identity elevates psychological distress and suicide risk in LGBTQ+ populations.
When conducting suicide risk assessment with an older adult from a culture that reveres elder status, which unique dynamic should the clinician consider?
Answer: The client may minimize distress to preserve dignity and avoid burdening family
In cultures where elders are revered, older adults may suppress disclosure of suicidal thoughts to protect their dignity and avoid creating a burden for family members.