Introduction to Applied Social Sciences

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What is the main goal of applied social sciences?

  • To study the history of societies
  • To advance scientific research
  • To analyze geographical patterns
  • To improve the daily life of communities, organizations, and individuals (correct)

Which two core disciplines form the foundation of an applied social science degree mentioned in the text?

  • Anthropology and History
  • Gender and Women's Studies and Linguistics
  • Economics and Political Science
  • Psychology and Sociology (correct)

What is the primary focus of counseling as discussed in the text?

  • Studying linguistic patterns
  • Analyzing economic trends
  • Exploring historical events
  • Empowering individuals to achieve mental health and career goals (correct)

Which field emphasizes social change, problem-solving in human relationships, and the enhancement of social justice?

<p>Social Work (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which discipline do professionals help people make necessary changes in their ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving?

<p>Psychology (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Empowerment and liberation of people to enhance social justice' is a central theme in which field mentioned in the text?

<p>'Sociology' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Problem solving in human relationships' is a key aspect of which applied social science field?

<p>'Social Work' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Enhancing the daily life of communities' is a primary goal in which applied social science discipline?

<p>'Psychology' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Achieving mental health and career goals' is a primary aim in which counseling-related field mentioned?

<p>'Counseling' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which social science discipline uses interdisciplinary theories to understand society and solve practical problems?

<p>Psychology (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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