Which of the Following Statements Would NOT Be Supported by a Humanistic

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements would NOT be supported by a humanistic therapist?

• A) Humans are naturally good and able to make choices about their lives.
• B) Humans are creative and will guide their own behavior towards their full potential.
• C) The therapeutic relationship is not very important because growth towards potential is inevitable.
• D) Clients are equal partners in the therapeutic endeavor.

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Definitions:

Phenotypic Plasticity

The ability of an organism to change its phenotype in response to changes in the environment.

Genetic Contributions

pertains to the influence of genes inherited from parents on various traits of an individual, including physical characteristics, health, and behavior.

Environmental Contributions

The influences from one's surroundings that affect development, behavior, or conditions, including social, physical, and cultural factors.

Twin Studies

A research method used in psychology and genetics to determine the contribution of genetics versus environment on human development, behavior, and health by comparing monozygotic (identical) and dizygotic (fraternal) twins.