Which of the Following Statements Is True of Humanistic Theories

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of humanistic theories?

• A) Some therapists believe that client-centered therapy may be appropriate for people who are moderately distressed but not for those who are seriously distressed.
• B) Self-help groups and peer counseling programs have found humanistic theories to be not as effective as the cognitive approach.
• C) Several researchers have been able to replicate the findings of humanistic therapies through scientific testing.
• D) The emphasis given to pathology and external forces in humanistic therapies makes the approach very pessimistic.

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