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White therapists' differing perceptions of black and white adolescents
1Fuller Psychological and Family Services, Pasadena, California 91101.
Adolescence
|January 1, 1993
Summary
Therapists perceived behaviors of Black adolescents as less clinically significant than those of White adolescents. This highlights potential cultural misunderstandings impacting therapy outcomes and training needs for cultural sensitivity.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Cultural Competence in Therapy
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Therapist misunderstanding of minority cultures is linked to higher dropout rates and incongruent problem conceptualization.
- Cultural sensitivity is crucial for effective psychotherapeutic interventions.
- Addressing biases in therapist perception is essential for equitable mental healthcare.