Social Science Disciplines and Ideas in HUMSS 11

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What is the main focus of anthropology?

The origin of humans, evolution, and cultural relations.

Define culture and society.

Culture consists of the objects of a society, while a society consists of people who share a common culture.

What is the main idea behind the theory of evolution by natural selection?

Organisms change over time due to changes in heritable physical or behavioral traits.

What is linguistic anthropology?

The study of how languages change over time and how language shapes communication and social identity. Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the founder of cultural evolutionism?

Edward Burnett Taylor. Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of physical anthropology?

Biological and behavioral aspects of humans, non-human primates, and extinct hominin ancestors. Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific study of population that focuses on fertility, mortality, and migration?

Demography Signup and view all the answers

Which anthropologist developed the theory of relativism, challenging the notion of western civilization's superiority over less complex societies?

Franz Boas Signup and view all the answers

What field of study deals with the production, distribution, and consumption of basic commodities, goods, and services?

Economics Signup and view all the answers

Name one competency crucial for a counselor according to the text.

Patience Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the study of race, linguistic art, dance, and archaeology?

Anthropology Signup and view all the answers

Why is being non-judgmental important for counselors?

To make clients feel comfortable and avoid hesitation in seeking help. Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of authenticity in counseling?

being genuine Signup and view all the answers

Name one area of specialization for counselors.

School Counselor Signup and view all the answers

What is the principle of non-maleficence in counseling?

avoiding actions that cause harm Signup and view all the answers

What does the principle of beneficence in counseling entail?

working for the good of the individual and society Signup and view all the answers

What is the principle of justice in counseling?

treating equitably, fairness Signup and view all the answers

What does the principle of veracity involve in counseling?

dealing truthfully with individuals Signup and view all the answers