Recent Studies of Psychotherapists Have Shown That

question 38

Multiple Choice

Recent studies of psychotherapists have shown that

• A) most do not use a humanistic approach.
• B) many either identify their approach as humanistic or use person-centered techniques in their work.
• C) the usefulness of humanistic psychotherapy is questionable.
• D) the effectiveness of the humanistic approach is only temporary.

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Definitions:

Personality Traits

Enduring characteristics or patterns of behavior that define an individual's responses across various situations.

Behavioral Genetics

The field of study that examines the role of genetic and environmental factors in shaping behaviors, personalities, and traits.

Personality Traits

Enduring characteristics that describe an individual's behavior, such as openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.

Biological Relatives

Individuals who are related to one another through hereditary connections, including parents, siblings, and extended family members.