Asked by Rachel Wiechelman on Jun 15, 2024
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Dr. Kaipa cites several reasons for South Asian Americans' reluctance to discuss individual problems. Which is NOT one of them?
A) Fear that service providers will not understand their values or issues
B) Belief that problems experienced are a result of fate or are preordained
C) The potential for individual behavior to reflect shame on the family or community as a whole
D) Belief that problems are due to the "evil eye" or other external, mystical sources
Reluctance
A hesitancy or unwillingness to take action or embark upon a specific course due to doubt or apprehension.
Evil Eye
A belief in many cultures that someone can cause misfortune or injury to another simply by looking at them with envy or ill intent.
Mystical Sources
References or origins attributed to supernatural or esoteric forces beyond the common understanding of reality.
- Acknowledge the influence of cultural values on reluctance to discuss individual problems and seek help.
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Kaasia CharlesJun 17, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The belief in the "evil eye" or other external, mystical sources is not mentioned by Dr. Kaipa as a reason for South Asian Americans' reluctance to discuss individual problems. The other options (A, B, C) relate to cultural and societal perceptions that can influence attitudes towards seeking help for personal issues, but the concept of the "evil eye" is not specifically cited in this context.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the influence of cultural values on reluctance to discuss individual problems and seek help.