Social and Cultural Foundations NCE

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What is culture in the context of social and cultural foundations?

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Culture is a set of rules, procedures, ideas, and values shared by members of a society, providing individuals with standards of conduct.

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What does it mean to empathize with a client?

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To empathize means to understand and share the feelings of another, making it easiest with clients who are similar to oneself.

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What are recommendations in a psychotherapeutic context?

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Recommendations refer to what a counselor believes must transpire from a psychotherapeutic standpoint, guiding the therapeutic process.

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What is cognitive dissonance according to Leon Festinger?

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Cognitive dissonance is the mental discomfort experienced when a person holds two or more contradictory beliefs or values, often leading them to justify their behavior.

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What factors enhance interpersonal attraction?

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The three factors that enhance interpersonal attraction are close proximity, physical attraction, and similar beliefs.

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Define normative culture.

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Normative culture refers to the shared norms and values that guide the behavior of individuals within a society.

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What is the significance of empathy in counseling?

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Empathy is crucial in counseling as it helps build rapport and trust between the counselor and the client, facilitating effective communication.

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Explain the concept of transference in psychotherapy.

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Transference is a phenomenon where clients project feelings and attitudes from past relationships onto the therapist, influencing the therapeutic relationship.

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What role does proximity play in social relationships?

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Proximity increases the likelihood of interaction and familiarity, which can enhance interpersonal attraction.

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How does physical attraction influence social interactions?

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Physical attraction can serve as an initial point of interest and can significantly impact the formation of relationships.