The Discretionary Time Available to U

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Essay

The discretionary time available to U.S. adolescents is greater than that available to their counterparts in East Asia, Europe, and other industrialized countries. Analyze if this additional discretionary time is an asset or a liability for U.S. adolescents.

Comprehend how personality and self-concept play a role in vocational choices.

Identify the key theorists in career development and their contributions.

Recognize that an individual can fit into multiple occupations rather than having a single ideal occupation.

Know the theories that inform school counselors' approaches to career guidance.

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Definitions:

Ethnic Majority

The sociocultural group within a society that holds the majority of power and influence, often setting societal norms and standards.

Group Identity

The sense of belonging to a specific social group, often accompanied by a strong emotional connection and adherence to group norms and values.

Stereotypes

Oversimplified generalizations about groups of people that may or may not reflect their actual characteristics or behaviors.

Social Interactions

The process by which individuals act and react in relation to others, forming the basis of social relationships.