Research Methods

Contents
1. Emergence & Growth of Guidance & Counselling
Introduction
Factors Contributing to the Emergence of Counselling
Moral & Philosophical Issues
Economic Changes & Challenges
Educational Aspects
Mental Measurement
The Mental Hygiene Movement
Progress in Psychotherapy
Social Theories
Important Periods in the Development of Counselling
Philosophic Concerns
The Potential of Man
2.Counselling: Nature ,Related Fields & Scope
Introduction
Definitions of Counselling
Counselling & Related Fields
Counselling as Hygiology
Counsellling as a Helping Relationship
Counselling as a Solution to Human Problems

3.Counselling & Guidance:Expectations,Goals,Issues,Ethics & Legalities
Introduction
Expectations of Different Individuals
Counselling Goals

4. Education & Training of Professional Counsellors
Introduction
Counsellor Preparation & Professional Issues
Academic Preparation
Practical Skills
Ethical Standards
Legal Considerations
Selection & Training of Counsellors
Conception of a Professional Worker
Preparation of Counsellors
Important Issues
5. Counselling: The Process, Relationship & Skills
Introduction
Preparation for Counselling
Counselling Relationship
Counselling-Content & Process
Counselling Process
Counselling Interactions
Variables Affecting the Counselling Process
Counsellor's Skills
Portrait of an Effective Counsellor
Counsellee Factors
6. Assessment in Counselling: Psychological Testing & Diagnosis
Introduction
Limitations of the use of Psychological Tests
Types of Psychological Tests
Factors Affecting Psychological Test Results
Test Use in Counselling Situations
Test Interpretation in Counselling
Non-Test Client Appraisal Techniques
Sociometric Techniques
Psychodiagnosis
Limitations of Diagnosis
Common Diagnostic Classification Systems in Counselling