In the 1960s and 1970s, Social Upheaval and Soul-Searching in Western

question 53

Multiple Choice

In the 1960s and 1970s, social upheaval and soul-searching in Western society gave rise to humanistic and existential therapies. The BEST explanation for this trend is that these theories:

• A) focused primarily on unconscious thoughts, instincts, and conflict.
• B) focused on a positive message and living a meaningful life.
• C) identified an external source as the cause of abnormal behavior.
• D) discounted the concept of "abnormal" and focused on acceptance.

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Definitions:

Communal Orientation

A perspective or approach in social psychology that emphasizes the importance of community and collective well-being over individual interests.

Exchange Relationship

A type of social interaction rooted in mutual benefit, where parties provide something to one another expecting something in return.

Partner

A member of a business or firm who shares its risks and profits or an individual who takes part with another or others in a relationship or activity.

Exchange Relationship

A social interaction based on reciprocal actions where the benefits given and received are considered.