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Considering the history of addiction disorders as a perception of being a moral problem and the many consequences associated with addiction, bias of the counselor and others is often present. Consider the history of substance abuse treatment in the United States over the past 100 years. How did the early practices differ from what is being done today? Use the slide to explain how early treatment approaches and moral considerations may still influence bias and judgment today. List at least five cultural considerations and biases that may be present working with Jed. Apply knowledge of the Acceptance disposition (GCU Counselor Dispositions).Cite at least two peer-reviewed scholarly sources to support information.

Slide 11: Cultural Considerations and Bias

• Historical Context and Evolution:
  • Early addiction treatment viewed substance use as a moral failing.
  • Moral model has evolved to a medical and biopsychosocial approach.
  • Influence of early approaches still present in societal bias today.
• Cultural Biases and Considerations:
  • Stigma of addictionas moral weakness.
  • Racial and socioeconomic factorsaffecting access to care.
  • Gender rolesinfluencing help-seeking behaviors.
  • Family dynamics, including marital status and parenthood.
  • Religion and spirituality, impacting views on substance use.
• Counselor Bias Awareness:
  • Self-reflection on personal biases.
  • Embrace Acceptance disposition from GCU Counseling Dispositions.
  • Continuous education on cultural competence.
• Empathy and Acceptance:
  • Building a non-judgmental therapeutic alliance.
  • Utilizing empathy to reduce client shame.

Speaker Notes:

In examining cultural considerations and biases in Jed's case, it's crucial to understand the historical context of addiction treatment, which initially viewed substance use as a moral failing. Historically, addiction was associated with personal weakness, leading to punitive measures rather than therapeutic interventions (Logie et al., 2013). Over the past century, this perspective has shifted towards viewing addiction as a medical and biopsychosocial issue (National Institute on Drug Abuse, 2023). Despite this shift, remnants of the moral model remain embedded in societal attitudes, potentially influencing biases today (McCance-Katz & Sullivan, 2022).

Working with Jed requires being mindful of various cultural biases that may affect treatment. Stigma persists, framing addiction as a moral issue and affecting perceptions of clients like Jed (Van Hout et al., 2020). Racial and socioeconomic disparities further complicate access to treatment, while gender roles can influence the willingness to seek help (Logie et al., 2013).

As counselors, acknowledging personal biases is pivotal. Engaging in self-reflection and embracing the Acceptance disposition outlined in GCU's Counselor Dispositions ensures a non-judgmental therapeutic atmosphere (Grand Canyon University, 2022). This involves continuous training in cultural competence to enhance understanding and empathy towards diverse client backgrounds (Sinclair et al., 2021).

Promoting empathy and acceptance fosters a stronger therapeutic alliance. Approaching clients like Jed with non-judgment and empathy helps mitigate any feelings of shame and fosters a supportive environment conducive to recovery (American Psychiatric Association, 2022). By acknowledging these cultural and historical factors, counselors can better support clients in addressing addiction's complex challenges.