Friendly and Professional (2 Questions)

DQ 1

Cultural diversity will continue to be an active aspect of the human services profession.  In Chapter 26 of the text, Table 26.1 breaks down “value emphasis” across four major cultural groups.  Post how you feel the human services professional can broaden their skills to meet the needs of various cultural values.  What are the challenges involved in achieving this goal? Support your discussion with a minimum of one scholarly, peer-reviewed source that was published within the last five years and cited according to APA guidelines. 

DQ 2

Chapter 28 presents historical challenges to creating “a sense of personal meaning and value in life” with the growth of technology. What additional supports/strategies might be used to complement using technology in the human services field?  How can these services be used to enhance socialization?