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Humanistic Psychology and Its Principles

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Who is considered the founder of Humanistic Psychology?

  1. Abraham Maslow

  2. Carl Rogers

  3. Viktor Frankl

  4. Rollo May


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Abraham Maslow is widely regarded as the founder of Humanistic Psychology.

What is the central focus of Humanistic Psychology?

  1. The study of unconscious processes

  2. The analysis of behavior

  3. The exploration of human potential and subjective experience

  4. The investigation of personality traits


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Humanistic Psychology emphasizes the study of human potential, subjective experience, and personal growth.

According to Humanistic Psychology, what is the highest level of human motivation?

  1. Self-actualization

  2. Pleasure

  3. Power

  4. Security


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Humanistic Psychology posits that self-actualization, the realization of one's full potential, is the highest level of human motivation.

What is the term used in Humanistic Psychology to describe the process of becoming aware of and accepting one's true self?

  1. Self-actualization

  2. Self-transcendence

  3. Self-congruence

  4. Self-determination


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Self-congruence refers to the alignment between one's self-concept and their actual behavior.

Which Humanistic Psychologist developed the concept of the 'hierarchy of needs'?

  1. Abraham Maslow

  2. Carl Rogers

  3. Viktor Frankl

  4. Rollo May


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Abraham Maslow developed the concept of the 'hierarchy of needs', which proposes that certain basic needs must be met before higher-level needs can be addressed.

What is the term used in Humanistic Psychology to describe the subjective experience of the world?

  1. Phenomenology

  2. Existentialism

  3. Self-actualization

  4. Transpersonal psychology


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Phenomenology is the study of subjective experience and how individuals perceive and interpret the world.

Which Humanistic Psychologist emphasized the importance of finding meaning and purpose in life?

  1. Abraham Maslow

  2. Carl Rogers

  3. Viktor Frankl

  4. Rollo May


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Viktor Frankl, the founder of Logotherapy, emphasized the importance of finding meaning and purpose in life.

What is the term used in Humanistic Psychology to describe the process of becoming more fully human?

  1. Self-actualization

  2. Self-transcendence

  3. Self-congruence

  4. Self-determination


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Self-transcendence refers to the process of moving beyond one's self-centered concerns and becoming more connected to others and the world.

Which Humanistic Psychologist developed the concept of 'client-centered therapy'?

  1. Abraham Maslow

  2. Carl Rogers

  3. Viktor Frankl

  4. Rollo May


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Carl Rogers developed the concept of 'client-centered therapy', which emphasizes the importance of empathy and unconditional positive regard in the therapeutic process.

What is the term used in Humanistic Psychology to describe the process of making choices and taking responsibility for one's life?

  1. Self-actualization

  2. Self-transcendence

  3. Self-congruence

  4. Self-determination


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Self-determination refers to the ability to make choices and take responsibility for one's life.

Which Humanistic Psychologist emphasized the importance of authenticity and living in the present moment?

  1. Abraham Maslow

  2. Carl Rogers

  3. Viktor Frankl

  4. Rollo May


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rollo May emphasized the importance of authenticity and living in the present moment.

What is the term used in Humanistic Psychology to describe the process of becoming more aware of one's own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors?

  1. Self-actualization

  2. Self-transcendence

  3. Self-congruence

  4. Self-awareness


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Self-awareness refers to the process of becoming more aware of one's own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Which Humanistic Psychologist developed the concept of 'existential anxiety'?

  1. Abraham Maslow

  2. Carl Rogers

  3. Viktor Frankl

  4. Rollo May


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rollo May developed the concept of 'existential anxiety', which refers to the anxiety that arises from the awareness of one's own mortality and the meaninglessness of life.

What is the term used in Humanistic Psychology to describe the process of moving beyond one's self-centered concerns and becoming more connected to others and the world?

  1. Self-actualization

  2. Self-transcendence

  3. Self-congruence

  4. Self-determination


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Self-transcendence refers to the process of moving beyond one's self-centered concerns and becoming more connected to others and the world.

Which Humanistic Psychologist emphasized the importance of finding meaning and purpose in life?

  1. Abraham Maslow

  2. Carl Rogers

  3. Viktor Frankl

  4. Rollo May


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Viktor Frankl, the founder of Logotherapy, emphasized the importance of finding meaning and purpose in life.

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