Explanatory Constructs

Question 1

CONGRUENCE?

Answer 1

Relationship of the personality to the environment. The more similar to the environment, the more congruent.

Question 2

What are the counseling implications of congruence?

Answer 2

Congruence is an important goal. Working towards helping a client find a congruent occupation.

Question 3

CONSISTENCY?

Answer 3

Similarity or dissimilarity of types.

Question 4

What is an inconsistent work environment?

Answer 4

Types of interests and abilities that rarely are required in the same job.

Question 5

Is consistency a goal in counseling?

Answer 5

Consistency is not a goal of counseling. It is a subtle concept, lack of consistency does not imply a poor choice.

Question 6

What does Holland describe as a 2nd form of consistency?

Answer 6

Consistency of aspirations. Future dreams and aspirations…something that they daydream about.

Question 7

IDENTITY?

Answer 7

Clarity and stability of a person’s current and future goals. Stability of the work environment.