Provide a historical overview of the origins of school counseling.

What will be an ideal response?


Response needs to include the following: 1920s—started with vocational guidance; 1930s—emphasized the concept of guidance and the use of counseling, assessment, information, placement, and follow-up; 1940s—influence from Carl Rogers and focus on personal problems; 1950s—National Defense Education Act enabled training for school counselors; 1960s—preventative focus; 1970s—included a comprehensive K–12 developmental guidance model; 1980s—renewed federal funds, multicultural perspective, social issues increased; 1990s—focus on societal/social problems, diversity, and reform movement, as well as the development of the Transforming School Counseling Initiative, the Education Trust, and the American School Counselor Association (ASCA).

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It is not unusual for group members to use the early sessions to offer "near" problems in a way that presents them as issues and at the same time defends them from discussion

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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According to the text, the social meaning of childbearing in the United States has changed dramatically over the past several decades. Which of the following statements is evidence of this change?

A. The birth rate has increased. B. Teen pregnancy is more prevalent. C. There are greater variations in family values. D. Adoptions have increased.

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Which of the following is NOT considered to be an occupation with a large growth?

a. Office clerk b. Police officers c. Post-secondary teachers d. Childcare workers

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What are Rogers's three therapist qualities that enhance the therapy process?

(1) (2) (3)

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