Expectations of and Attitudes toward Counseling: A Comparison of Asian International and U.S. Graduate Students |
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Authors: | Eunju Yoon and David A Jepsen |
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Institution: | (1) Department of Counseling, Special Education and Rehabilitation, California State University, Fresno, CA, USA;(2) Department of Counseling, Rehabilitation, and Student Development, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, USA |
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Abstract: | This study examined Asian international graduate students’ expectations of and attitudes toward counseling by using U.S. graduate
students as a comparative reference group. Survey data from 189 Asian international and 186 U.S. students were subject to
analyses. Results indicated that Asian international students, in comparison with U.S. students, indicated less exposure to
counseling, less self-perceived need for counseling, greater discomfort/shame with counseling, less openness to counseling,
a greater preference for a directive style, and a greater preference for a flexible counseling format. Language and cultural
concerns were barriers to seeking counseling. Implications for culturally responsive services were discussed. |
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Keywords: | Asian international students Help seeking attitude Culturally responsive service |
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