Question

APPLY: Diane, a college freshman, knows that she wants to “work with people” but doesn’t yet have a specific career in mind. Diane’s father is a chemistry professor, her mother a social worker. What steps can Diane’s parents take to help her focus on an occupational goal?

APPLY: List supports that your college environment offers emerging adults in its health and counseling services, academic advising, residential living, and extracurricular activities. How does each help young people transition to adult roles?

Answer 1

Answer-1- Diane is a young man who wants to work with people but has no clarity regarding a specific career in his mind. As we know, his parents are educated and talented people, they can guide their son for choosing a suitable career based on his interest. They may help him by providing a number of options for choosing a suitable career like they may suggest him to adopt a career in medical and psychiatry sector or social work. Diane's parents may also ask him to visit a career counsellor to avoid all doubts and uncertainties. Career cousellor will help him to suggest a suitable career according to his interest. But the most important thing is that the parents should support their children whatever they want to be for their better future and stress free life.