Chapter 1 Human and Social Services

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Social Problems

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A social issue, such as poverty, that negatively impacts segments of society, often the more vulnerable members of society.

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Micro Level

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Practice with individuals.

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Mezzo Level

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Counseling practice with groups.

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Disenfranchised Populations

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A group of people often considered to lack power in society and have no political voice. Examples include refugees, some immigrant groups, and other populations that have experienced social exclusion.

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Historically Oppressed and Marginalized Groups

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Groups of individuals who have experienced intergenerational oppression, often due to a defining characteristic such as race, gender, age, or social status, and are excluded from the activities and benefits of mainstream society.

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Macro Level

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Practice at a societal level.

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Generalist Skill Set

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The use of a wide range of professional roles, approaches, and skills in a planned change process across diverse settings.