AP PSYCHOLOGY

TREATMENT OF ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

THERAPY AND TREATMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Carl Rogers named his technique “client-centered therapy” to emphasize his belief that
A
clients should play a major role in determining the pace and direction of their therapy.
B
clients should always be the center of attention.
C
therapists should always share all of their thoughts, feelings, and experiences with clients.
D
the client is in a position of natural status and authority over the therapist.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Initially, Rogers called his technique “non-directive therapy.” Much like psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud, Rogers believed that the therapeutic relationship could lead to insights and lasting changes in clients.

Detailed explanation-2: -Carl Rogers believed that offering people conditional support often makes them develop further problems, and therefore, the client centered therapist should create a climate of unconditional positive regard, where the client is free to express their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgement.

Detailed explanation-3: -Person-centered therapy, aka client-centered therapy, places an emphasis on the client as an expert. Originally founded by psychologist Carl Rogers, it posits that people strive toward a state of self-actualization and therapy can help a client reach self-awareness.

Detailed explanation-4: -The core purpose of person-centred therapy is to facilitate our ability to self-actualise-the belief that all of us will grow and fulfil our potential. This approach facilitates the personal growth and relationships of a client by allowing them to explore and utilise their own strengths and personal identity.

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