AP PSYCHOLOGY

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TREATMENT OF ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

PSYCHODYNAMIC AND HUMANISTIC THERAPIES

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Humanistic therapy goals are ____ A) helping clients grow in self-awareness and self awareness and self acceptance B) promoting personal growth rather than curing illness C) helping clients take responsibility for their own growth D) Focusing on conscious thoughts rather than unconscious motivations E) All of the Above
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A
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Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The humanistic therapist focuses on helping people free themselves from disabling assumptions and attitudes so they can live fuller lives. The therapist emphasizes growth and self-actualization rather than curing diseases or alleviating disorders.

Detailed explanation-2: -The humanistic therapy definition is an approach to psychotherapy focusing on your individual nature as a human, instead of your position with classes, groups of people, or among peers with similar problems.

Detailed explanation-3: -personal meaning and life goals; promotion of an environment of mutual care, respect and empathy; development of a greater sense of personal freedom and choice while respecting the rights and needs of others.

Detailed explanation-4: -Humanistic therapies include a number of approaches. Three of the most common are Gestalt therapy, client-centered therapy, and existential therapy.

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