CBT Professional Ethics and Multicultural Competence

Question 1

What is the ethical principle of informed consent in CBT?

Accepted Answer

Client agrees after being fully informed

Answer

Only required in group therapy

Answer

A legal waiver form

Answer

Agreement without full understanding

Question 2

Why is cultural competence important in CBT?

Accepted Answer

It helps align therapy with the client's background

Answer

It is only useful in diagnosis

Answer

It applies only to international clients

Answer

It helps therapists impose their own values

Question 3

Which of the following best represents a dual relationship in CBT?

Accepted Answer

Therapist also being the client’s friend

Answer

Using worksheets in sessions

Answer

Scheduling flexible appointments

Answer

Asking for feedback on therapy

Question 4

What is the ethical responsibility of a CBT practitioner regarding confidentiality?

Accepted Answer

Maintain confidentiality unless legally required to break it

Answer

Share details with coworkers for advice

Answer

Disclose everything to family members

Answer

Post client stories for training

Question 5

How can a CBT practitioner avoid cultural bias?

Accepted Answer

Educate themselves and avoid assumptions

Answer

Avoid asking about cultural identity

Answer

Use the same approach with all clients

Answer

Refer out all non-local clients

Question 6

What is a key multicultural consideration in CBT assessment?

Accepted Answer

Ensure tools are culturally and linguistically appropriate

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Rely only on Western norms

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Translate materials without testing

Answer

Skip assessment in multicultural cases