Briefly Explain the Holding Period Return (HPR) and Give Several

question 35

Essay

Briefly explain the holding period return (HPR) and give several characteristics of this measure.

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Definitions:

Carl Rogers

An influential American psychologist who founded the humanistic approach to psychology, emphasizing unconditional positive regard and self-actualization.

Empathy

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person.

Countertransference

The emotional reactions of the therapist towards the patient's own background and issues, that can affect the therapeutic relationship and process.

Transference

In psychotherapy, the process by which patients project feelings and attitudes from past relationships onto their therapist.