Gender Issue In Counseling
As explained by Basow (1986), gender roles are behaviors, expectations, and roles defined by society as masculine or feminine, which are embodied in the behavior of the individual. It refers to the set of attitudes and behaviors socially expected of the members of a particular gender (Philpot, 2000). It is often referred to as societal […]
CONFIDENTIALITY ISSUE IN COUNSELING
Confidentiality is a complex issue that the counselor must work through. There are, however, basic guidelines of trust and confidentiality. For example, the counselor must not communicate to others the client’s shared feelings, thoughts, or any other personal information. Counselors should also be alert to the fact that absolute confidentiality can potentially leave them feeling […]
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
It’s not unusual for children — especially those in their “terrible twos” and early teens — to defy authority every now and then. They may express their defiance by arguing, disobeying, or talking back to their parents, teachers, or other adults. When this behavior lasts longer than six months and is excessive compared to what is usual […]
ATTRIBUTES OF A PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR/PSYCHOTHERAPIST.
Professional Counselors are licensed mental health therapists who provide assessment, diagnosis and counseling to people facing a variety of life stresses and psychological problems. They help people with relationship issues, family problems, job stress, mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety, and many other challenging problems that can impact feelings of well-being and happiness. […]
SOLVING THE PUZZLE OF PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING IN NIGERIA
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