Define clinical and applied sociology? Do a comparative analysis between clinical and applied sociology. Which form of sociology (clinical or applied) is most relevant in advancing church growth (Discipleship)? How would you use the preferred form of sociology (clinical or applied) to advance social change?

Clinical and Applied Sociology

1. For each of the following prompts, write a thorough response (3 well-developed paragraphs each with a minimum of 4 sentences per paragraph) and cite at least two scholarly sources (per prompt) to support your answer (include page numbers). Answer the questions in the context of a spiritual leader whose goal is to advance church growth.

a. Define clinical and applied sociology?
b. Do a comparative analysis between clinical and applied sociology.
c. Which form of sociology (clinical or applied) is most relevant in advancing church growth (Discipleship)?
d. How would you use the preferred form of sociology (clinical or applied) to advance social change?

2. Submit a two-page response to each of the following choices. Cite at least Three to four scholarly sources per page to support your answer (include page numbers).
a. Why might a sociological approach — how human beings behave in or as groups — to changing human behavior be more helpful in some cases than individual counseling?
b. Explain some of the ethical challenges of implementing sociological interventions in families, organizations, or communities.