21st-century counselors : new approaches to mental health & substance abuse

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Title:

21st-century counselors : new approaches to mental health & substance abuse

Author:

Flath, Camden, 1987-

ISBN:

9781422218259

9781422220467

Personal Author:

Flath, Camden, 1987-

Publication Information:

Broomall, Pa. : Mason Crest Publishers, c2011.

Physical Description:

64 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 24 cm.

Series:

New careers for the 21st century : finding your role in America's renewal

Contents:

Careers in counseling -- Careers in psychology -- Education and training -- Job opportunities in counseling and psychology --Job outlook.

Abstract:

An overview of careers in counseling and psychology. Discusses the nature of the jobs, their educational requirements, and the job outlook. Includes tips on matching one's personal traits to opportunities in the field.

Subject Term:

Counseling -- Vocational guidance -- Juvenile literature.

Mental health counseling -- Juvenile literature.

Substance abuse -- Treatment -- Juvenile literature.

Occupations -- Juvenile literature.

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Many people around the country deal with problems of mental illness and substance abuse, as well as trouble with finding work communicating with family members, or being bullied at school. The demand for counselors and psychologists who can give support to individuals dealing with these issues and their families is on the rise. The young adults of today will be the job force of tomorrow, so choosing a career that will best fit with the needs of the changing world will be important to job satisfaction and a successful life. With the vast array of career and job options, it will also be important for young adults to understand which work will be the best match for their interests, talents, goals, and personality types. Certain careers are expected to gain importance within the early decades of the twenty-first century. According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in counseling is expected to grow faster than the average rate for all occupations. As attitudes change about mental health, addiction, and emotional well-being, particularly in the level of open discussion surrounding these topics, more people are turning to counselors and psychologists for assistance. Are you ready to help? Book jacket.