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What was a primary motivation for the development of applied social sciences?
What was a primary motivation for the development of applied social sciences?
How do applied social sciences differ from traditional social sciences?
How do applied social sciences differ from traditional social sciences?
Which of the following is an example of an applied social science?
Which of the following is an example of an applied social science?
Which method is commonly employed in counseling to provide professional guidance?
Which method is commonly employed in counseling to provide professional guidance?
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What does social work primarily aim to achieve?
What does social work primarily aim to achieve?
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In what field do applied social sciences provide instruction for employment?
In what field do applied social sciences provide instruction for employment?
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What is a key focus of applied social sciences?
What is a key focus of applied social sciences?
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Who among the following is likely to provide counseling?
Who among the following is likely to provide counseling?
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Study Notes
Defining Applied Social Sciences
- Applied social sciences emerged as a response to the overly specialized social sciences of the late 1990s and 20th century.
- Scholars emphasized the need for collaboration across social science disciplines to address social problems.
- This multidisciplinary approach focuses on applying social science theories, models, and hypotheses to understand and solve social issues.
- Applied social sciences aim to use existing social science knowledge to offer solutions to societal challenges.
Counseling
- Counseling is an applied social science that provides support to individuals facing problems.
- It involves guidance, assistance, and support to address personal issues.
- Counseling utilizes various psychological methods, including case histories, interviews, and skill assessments.
- Counselors can include psychologists, life coaches, job psychologists, and personal development counselors
Social Work
- Social work is another applied social science practice.
- Social work practitioners utilize their social science training to understand and address social realities.
- Social work aims to improve the well-being of individuals, families, communities, and neighbourhoods.
Communication Studies
- Applied social sciences are relevant in the communication field, particularly in mass media.
- Mass media practitioners, like those in advertising and news, benefit from applied social science principles and theories.
- Applied social science training equips professionals to effectively and ethically communicate social/political/cultural/economic realities.
- Communication professionals are trained to report/create/deliver accurate information to the public.
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This quiz explores the concepts of applied social sciences, including counseling and social work. It emphasizes the collaborative approach across disciplines to tackle social issues and the role of practitioners in providing support and guidance. Test your knowledge on how these fields apply social science theories to real-world problems.
