Describe the major trends in social networks identified by the Pew Internet & American Life Project.
What will be an ideal response?
There has been a small-to-modest drop in the number of people reporting that they have no one to talk to about important matters; 6% of adults report they have no one with whom they can discuss such matters. The average size of people's core discussion networks has declined, with a drop of about one confidant. The diversity of people's core discussion network has markedly declined.
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a. Relaxation training or cognitive therapy b. In vivo desensitization or assertiveness training c. Learned optimism or hypnosis d. Psychodynamic therapy or modeling
__________ are provided for individuals who have met higher standards than others within the same professional group
a. Inspections b. Certification for title restrictions c. Counselor higher certification d. Primary levels of certification
Which of the following is TRUE regarding Super's lifespan, like-space career theory?
a. The theory described five life roles: child, student, parent, worker, and retiree b. The theory outlines five developmental stages and 16 sub-stages c. The life-career rainbow illustrates how the self-concept changes and develops over time as individuals acquire experiences d. The theory emphasizes the role gender and prestige play in making career decisions
A term used to describe the act of someone trying to dominate or control another person in a manner that has no business purpose. It involves power, control, and intimidation over another individual
a. Discrimination b. Bullying c. Sexual harassment d. Harassment