VALUE REORIENTATION COUNSELLING: A TOOL FOR COMBATING ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIORS AMONG KANO METROPOLIS FAMILY

Abstract

This paper explores the role of value reorientation counselling as a powerful tool for combating anti-social behaviors among children in Nigerian family. It explores how counselling, specifically focused on reorienting and reinforcing values, can be an effective method for addressing and reducing anti-social behaviors among the children in a family setting. It highlights the potential for positive change within the family unit by reshaping core values and promoting pro-social behaviors in children. The family unit, with its unique set of values and dynamics, plays a central role in shaping the behaviors and moral compass of its youngest members. In an era marked by complex societal forces and evolving family structures, anti-social behaviors among children have become a significant concern. Addressing these behaviors requires a multifaceted approach that begins with reevaluating and reinforcing the core values within the family. Value reorientation counselling, a structured and holistic intervention, emerges as an effective means of achieving this reconfiguration. This study delves into the theoretical foundations of value reorientation counseling, its practical application in family contexts, and the tangible results it can yield. Through review of literature the paper illuminates the transformative potential of value reorientation counseling in reshaping family dynamics and promoting pro-social behaviors in children. By examining how this approach can instill values such as empathy, responsibility, and a sense of purpose, we demonstrate its capacity to replace anti-social behaviors with positive and socially responsible actions. In an ever-evolving world, value reorientation counseling serves as a beacon of hope, guiding families toward a harmonious and pro-social future.