The Effects of Psychological Counselling in Shaping Personality Traits and Behavioural Disorders Prevention of Institutionalized Adolescents

AbstractThe aim of this study is to present a series of personality characteristics of adolescents in orphanages. The lot of investigation included 49 adolescents from Ovidiu placement center in Constanta, Romania that were investigated through NPQ Nonverbal personality test questionnaire. Research results revealed a number of features on sex-role behaviors that can predict a range of behavioral disorders which can be prevented.As well, we will present some specific counseling activities are that are carried out by social workers and psychologists in the center. These activities are designed to compensate emotional deficiencies and promote optimal social integration of these teenagers