AP Psychology : Theories and Approaches
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Example Question #81 : Psychological Abnormalities
Which of the following is not one of the treatment orientations that can inform the way psychological disorders can be treated?
Group therapy
Humanistic therapy
Cognitive therapy
Psychoanalytic therapy
Behavioral therapy
Group therapy
Group therapy, like individual therapy, refers to the format of treatment, rather than a treatment orientation. A behavioral orientation might cause a therapist to focus on how the patient should change their behavior, while a cognitive orientation might cause a therapist to focus on their patient's thoughts. A therapist with a psychoanalytic orientation is probably influenced by the work of Freud and interested in the unconscious. One with a humanistic orientation would be more influenced by Carl Rogers and focus on patients achieving self-actualization.
Example Question #82 : Psychological Abnormalities
Which of the following is not a characteristic of humanistic psychology?
The goal of therapy is to bring the unconscious into the conscious
Belief that humans have free will
Little emphasis on diagnosis and pathology
Use of empathy and unconditional positive regard in psychotherapy
Emphasis on personal growth
The goal of therapy is to bring the unconscious into the conscious
Humanistic psychology arose during the 20th century to address the limitations of behaviorism and psychoanalysis. It is commonly regarded as the third wave of psychology. Influential humanistic theorists include Abraham Maslow and Carl Rogers. It assumes that people are good, unique, and have an innate desire for personal growth. Carl Rogers's person-centered therapy emphasizes empathy and unconditional positive regard when working with clients. One criticism of humanistic psychology is that it is difficult to study because it cannot be objectively measured. Bringing the unconscious into the conscious is a goal of psychoanalysis, not humanistic psychology.
Example Question #83 : Psychological Abnormalities
Which of the following theorists and theories are incorrectly matched?
Ellis: Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy
Rogers: Client Centered Therapy
Skinner: Behaviorism
Jung: Gestalt Therapy
Freud: Psychoanalysis
Jung: Gestalt Therapy
“Jung and Gestalt Therapy” is the only choice that contains an incorrectly matched pair of theorist and theory. Carl Jung founded analytical psychology, which is a split off from Sigmund Freud's psychoanalysis. Analytical psychology focuses on archetypes, the collective unconscious, and individuation. Fritz Perls developed Gestalt therapy, which focuses on personal responsibility, the present moment, and increasing self-awareness
Example Question #190 : Ap Psychology
Which of the following terms describes the primary aim of humanistic therapy?
Self-actualization
Defense mechanism
Unconscious release
Optimism
Maladaptive cognitions
Self-actualization
The primary aim of humanistic therapy is to help the client develop a stronger and healthier sense of self, also known as "self-actualization."
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