Proponents of the Humanistic Approach Focused on the Positive View

question 10

Multiple Choice

Proponents of the humanistic approach focused on the positive view of human nature that highlights a person's potential to:

• A)feel empathy.
• B)engage in abstract thinking.
• C)use language.
• D)show personal growth.

Describe the impact of psychoanalysis on psychology.

Recognize the significance of the biological perspective in modern psychology.

Understand the major perspectives in psychology and their central tenets.

Recognize the relevance of the humanistic perspective in psychology.

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Definitions:

Developmentally Inappropriate

Actions or interventions that do not align with the developmental needs or milestones of a certain age group.

Teacher-Directed Lessons

Educational activities or lessons where the teacher controls the content, pace, and structure, guiding the learning process.

Negotiating Skills

The abilities and techniques used to resolve differences, reach agreements, or achieve desired outcomes through discussion and compromise.

Perry Preschool Program

A preschool program in Ypsilanti, Michigan, started in the 1960s, designed to provide early childhood education to young children from low-income families to improve their intellectual and social development.