To Truly Understand Why People Act the Way They Do,we

question 39

Multiple Choice

To truly understand why people act the way they do,we must understand the meanings they attach to their behaviors.Max Weber called this:

• A) functionalism.
• B) historical materialism.
• C) xenophobia.
• D) Verstehen.

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Definitions:

Abraham Maslow

An American psychologist best known for creating Maslow's hierarchy of needs, a theory of psychological health predicated on fulfilling innate human needs in priority, culminating in self-actualization.

Mihalyi Csikszentmihalyi

A psychologist best known for his theory of flow, a state of heightened focus and immersion in activities such as work, learning, and art.

Optimistic Humanism

A perspective within psychological theory that emphasizes a positive, growth-oriented view of human nature, focusing on the inherent goodness and potential for personal development.

Basically Good

The belief that human beings are fundamentally moral and kind at their core.