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What is the primary goal of social science?
What is the primary goal of social science?
Applied social science utilizes knowledge from different basic social science disciplines to address real-world problems.
Applied social science utilizes knowledge from different basic social science disciplines to address real-world problems.
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What is the connection between Applied Social Science and basic social science disciplines like Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology?
What is the connection between Applied Social Science and basic social science disciplines like Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology?
Applied Social Science draws upon the theories, principles, and methods of these basic disciplines to apply knowledge to real-world situations and understand societal issues.
The subject 'Discipline and Ideas in Applied Social Science' (DIASS) focuses on the interconnectivity of applied social science disciplines like Counseling, Social Work, and ______.
The subject 'Discipline and Ideas in Applied Social Science' (DIASS) focuses on the interconnectivity of applied social science disciplines like Counseling, Social Work, and ______.
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Match the following terms with their corresponding definitions:
Match the following terms with their corresponding definitions:
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Counseling is solely a process for addressing mental health issues.
Counseling is solely a process for addressing mental health issues.
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Which of the following is NOT a core characteristic of the discipline of Counseling?
Which of the following is NOT a core characteristic of the discipline of Counseling?
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What is one example of how counseling can play a vital role in a school setting?
What is one example of how counseling can play a vital role in a school setting?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a core value in counseling?
Which of the following is NOT considered a core value in counseling?
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Reassurance helps clients feel less confident about making decisions.
Reassurance helps clients feel less confident about making decisions.
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What is the primary purpose of 'clarification' in counseling?
What is the primary purpose of 'clarification' in counseling?
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Empathy and positive regard are combined principles outlined by _____.
Empathy and positive regard are combined principles outlined by _____.
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Match the counseling principles with their descriptions:
Match the counseling principles with their descriptions:
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Which of these principles involves a change in the client's emotional self by altering their goals and aspirations?
Which of these principles involves a change in the client's emotional self by altering their goals and aspirations?
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Confrontation and interpretation are considered basic principles in counseling, used by all counselors in their practice.
Confrontation and interpretation are considered basic principles in counseling, used by all counselors in their practice.
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What is the main idea conveyed by the statement 'Counselors are expected to embrace these and similar core values as essential and integral to their work.'?
What is the main idea conveyed by the statement 'Counselors are expected to embrace these and similar core values as essential and integral to their work.'?
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What primary context significantly influences adolescents according to their developmental stage?
What primary context significantly influences adolescents according to their developmental stage?
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Family roles can only negatively influence an adolescent's development.
Family roles can only negatively influence an adolescent's development.
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Name one factor that contributes to the success of the counseling engagement.
Name one factor that contributes to the success of the counseling engagement.
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In counseling, the surrounding __________ influences the effectiveness of the therapeutic process.
In counseling, the surrounding __________ influences the effectiveness of the therapeutic process.
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Match the following contexts to their descriptions:
Match the following contexts to their descriptions:
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Which of the following is NOT considered a context affecting counseling?
Which of the following is NOT considered a context affecting counseling?
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Client factors are insignificant in determining the outcome of counseling.
Client factors are insignificant in determining the outcome of counseling.
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What is a common method used to gather information about clients in counseling?
What is a common method used to gather information about clients in counseling?
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Which of the following factors significantly impact the outcomes of the counseling relationship?
Which of the following factors significantly impact the outcomes of the counseling relationship?
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The counselor's personal qualities have no impact on the client's self-empowerment.
The counselor's personal qualities have no impact on the client's self-empowerment.
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Name one key stage in the counseling process as stated by Vellemean (2001).
Name one key stage in the counseling process as stated by Vellemean (2001).
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The general goal of counseling is to lead an individual to __________ in relation to a felt problem.
The general goal of counseling is to lead an individual to __________ in relation to a felt problem.
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Match the following process factors with their descriptions:
Match the following process factors with their descriptions:
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What does empowering into action involve?
What does empowering into action involve?
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Counseling should avoid giving advice to clients.
Counseling should avoid giving advice to clients.
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What outcome should a client ideally achieve during the counseling process?
What outcome should a client ideally achieve during the counseling process?
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Study Notes
Discipline and Ideas in Applied Social Science (DIASS)
- DIASS is a Grade 12 subject
- The subject introduces Applied Social Sciences such as Counseling, Social Work, and Communication
- These disciplines build on the theories and principles of Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, and other Social Sciences
- The course emphasizes the interconnectedness of these disciplines and their application to critical development areas
What is Social Science and Applied Social Science?
- Social Science: The study of society and how people behave and influence each other
- Its goal is to answer questions and solve problems related to society and human condition
- Social Science provides essential data for governments, policymakers, and organizations
- Applied Social Science: Uses Social Science knowledge, theories, principles, and methods to understand society and help solve societal problems
Introduction to Counseling
- Counseling is a relationship centered on applying psychological theories and communication skills to address a client's concerns, problems, or aspirations.
- It relies on a recognized set of skills and theories. (Feltham & Dryden, 1993)
- Counseling is frequently used within schools to support students.
Definition of Counseling
- Counseling is a process of guiding someone through life changes and choices about their lives
- Schools often use counseling services as a critical support
- Counseling often employs psychological tests and non-psychometric methods to aid with assessment
- It aims to empower individuals, families, and groups achieve goals including mental health, wellness, education, and career aspirations
Context and Basic Concepts of Counseling
- Counseling is influenced by external factors like social contexts, and this should be considered in the process
- Primary Context: Peers have a substantial influence on adolescents. Families are also incredibly important in shaping adolescents. Neighborhood dynamics also impact individuals within a community.
- Culture as Context: Culture provides meaning to communities and influences individuals within those communities
- Counseling as Context: The counseling process itself is a context, regardless of the specific approach taken, which should be taken into account.
Factors Contributing to Counseling Success
- Client Factors: Clients' expectations, attitudes, and experiences heavily influence the counseling outcome, often more than often initially believed
- Counselor Factors: Counselor qualities, such as personality, skills, and personal style play a vital role in shaping the effectiveness of counseling
- Contextual Factors: The surroundings of the counseling session, such as the environment and atmosphere, influence the outcomes of counseling
- Process Factors: The specific process of counseling, as structured by Vellemean (2001) in six stages, is integral to its effectiveness
Processes in Counseling
- Developing trust is essential in counseling, and involves providing warmth, genuineness, and empathy.
- Exploring issues means undertaking a deep analysis of the problem, its source, triggers, and development.
- Setting goals in counseling focuses on developing and handling goals which are targeted and relevant to the client's situation.
- Empowerment involves supporting to take ownership and action in pursuit of their goals to foster change
- Maintaining change focuses support and techniques to help maintain positive changes
- Ending the relationship means ensuring the end of the counseling process is successful for the client
Goals and Scope of Counseling
- The major goal of counseling is to facilitate a client's or group's self-emancipation and increase self-awareness to tackle felt issues
- At some point during the procedure, the client should comprehend their situation to better support their own growth and empowerment
Principles of Counseling
- Principles of counseling include trust building, investigating concerns, setting goals, empowering action, positive change, and proper process closure
- Counseling involves several functions that counselors perform including advice, reassurance, releasing tension, clarifying thoughts, and reorienting goals.
Core Values of Counseling
- Respect for human dignity and providing unconditional positive regard, compassion, non-judgmental attitudes, and empathy and trust are essential counseling traits.
- Partnership: Counselors should collaborate with other disciplines to support physical, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual healing.
- Autonomy highlights respect for confidentiality and creating safe healing environments, letting clients guide their own journeys toward change
- Responsible Caring: Respect is a core principle, respecting that everyone has the innate potential for change and consistent learning
- Personal Integrity: Counselors must uphold honesty, integrity, and truthfulness in their interactions with clients to build trust
- Social Justice: Respect and recognize diverse client characteristics for equitable treatment
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Explore the fundamentals of Applied Social Science in this Grade 12 quiz. Delve into disciplines such as Counseling, Social Work, and Communication, and understand their interconnections with Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology. Test your knowledge of core concepts and applications within these essential fields.
