Question 1

According to Carl Rogers, the therapist's _____ determine(s) the success of therapy.

Accepted Answer

According to Carl Rogers, the therapist's attitude toward the client, specifically their unconditional positive regard and empathy, is the most important factor in determining the success of therapy. Mastery of techniques or applying positive reinforcement may be helpful, but they are not as crucial as the therapist's attitude. Reflecting emotions is also important, but it is a specific skill related to empathy, which falls under the larger umbrella of the therapist's attitude.

Question 2

Humanistic psychotherapists believe that individuals are born with a tendency toward healthy growth. The term that best describes this tendency is

Accepted Answer

The term that best describes the natural tendency toward healthy growth is self-actualization, which is a central concept in humanistic psychology. Humanistic psychotherapists believe that individuals have an innate drive to reach their full potential and achieve personal growth, which is reflected in the concept of self-actualization. The other options (transference, insight, unconditional positive regard) are important concepts in humanistic psychology, but they do not describe the natural tendency toward healthy growth.

Question 3

According to the humanistic approach, there are three essential therapeutic conditions that characterize successful therapist/client relationships. These three essential therapeutic conditions include

Accepted Answer

The three essential therapeutic conditions that characterize successful therapist/client relationships according to the humanistic approach are unconditional positive regard, genuineness, and empathy. Therefore, the correct answer is C, all of the above.

Question 4

__________, according to humanists, is essentially the warmth, love, and acceptance of those around us.

Accepted Answer

Positive regard is the unconditional positive acceptance or basic trust in the essential goodness of another person. It includes warmth, love, and acceptance of the person for who they are, without judgment or criticism.

Question 5

Rollo May, Victor Frankl, and Irvin Yalom are most closely associated with ______________ psychotherapy.

Accepted Answer

Rollo May, Victor Frankl, and Irvin Yalom are known for their contributions to existential psychotherapy, which focuses on the individual's search for meaning and purpose in life. Psychodynamic therapy (A) is focused on the unconscious and early childhood experiences, behavioral therapy (C) is focused on observable behavior and modifying it through conditioning, and gestalt therapy (D) is focused on experiencing the here and now and personal responsibility.

Question 6

Jill is a 13-year-old girl whose mother loves her "no matter what." According to humanistic psychotherapists, Jill's mother

Accepted Answer

Jill's mother is giving unconditional positive regard, which is the cornerstone of humanistic therapy. There are no excessive conditions of worth placed on Jill, nor is the positive regard conditional.

Question 7

___________, developed by William Miller, is a contemporary application of the principles of humanism.

Accepted Answer

Motivational interviewing, developed by William Miller, is a contemporary application of the principles of humanism. It is a client-centered and goal-oriented approach that seeks to help clients explore and resolve ambivalence about change. It is based on the belief that clients have the capacity for change and that the therapeutic relationship should be collaborative and empathetic.

Question 8

According to Rogers, the term ________ is synonymous with positive regard.

Accepted Answer

Rogers believed that the term "prizing" is synonymous with positive regard, which refers to accepting and valuing a person for who they are without judgment or conditions.

Question 9

According to the humanistic approach, ___________ is the root of psychopathology.

Accepted Answer

The humanistic approach posits that the root of psychopathology is incongruence, which occurs when an individual's true self and ideal self do not align. This leads to feelings of dissatisfaction and insecurity, which can manifest as mental health issues.

Question 10

Which of the following approaches to psychotherapy places the strongest emphasis on empathy provided by the therapist?

Accepted Answer

The humanistic approach to psychotherapy places a strong emphasis on empathy and the therapist's ability to provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment for the client to explore their thoughts and feelings. This approach also stresses the importance of the therapist's authentic presence and the development of a strong therapeutic alliance between therapist and client.

Question 11

According to the humanistic approach, conditional positive regard from others brings forth

Accepted Answer

According to humanistic theory, conditional positive regard from others can lead individuals to develop conditions of worth and engage in incongruent behaviors to meet the expectations of others. This can result in a lack of self-acceptance and a need for external validation, which is known as conditional positive self-regard. Self-actualization is the ultimate goal of humanistic theory and involves individuals realizing their full potential and becoming the best version of themselves. Genuine behavior is important in building therapeutic relationships, but it is not directly related to the effects of conditional positive regard.

Question 12

_________ is a pioneer of the humanistic approach to psychotherapy.

Accepted Answer

Carl Rogers is considered a pioneer of the humanistic approach to psychotherapy, which focuses on the individual's subjective experience and innate capacity for self-growth and healing. Freud is known for psychoanalysis, Skinner for behaviorism, and Meichenbaum for cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Question 13

According to the humanistic approach, it is important for the therapist to communicate ________ to the client, which is described as the ability to sense the client's emotions compassionately and without judgment.

Accepted Answer

The humanistic approach emphasizes the importance of empathy in the therapeutic relationship. Empathy is the ability to understand and sense the emotions of the client in a compassionate and non-judgmental way. Genuine and congruent communication are also important components of the humanistic approach, but they do not specifically refer to the ability to sense the client's emotions. Conditions of worth refer to the internalized beliefs and values that individuals adopt in order to earn the approval and acceptance of others.

Question 14

According to the humanistic approach, there are three essential therapeutic conditions that characterize successful therapist/client relationships. These three essential therapeutic conditions include

Accepted Answer

The essential therapeutic conditions that characterize successful therapist/client relationships are empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness, according to the humanistic approach. Conditional positive regard is not one of these essential conditions. Interpretation is more closely associated with psychodynamic therapy than humanistic therapy. Therefore, only option A - empathy - is the correct choice.

Question 15

Which of the following best describes genuineness as it is understood and applied by humanistic psychotherapists?

Accepted Answer

Genuineness in humanistic psychotherapy refers to the therapist's ability to be authentic, open, and honest in their interactions with the client. This includes expressing genuine feelings of empathy and prizing toward the client, rather than simply presenting a professional facade. Option A relates more to honesty and accuracy in reporting, while Option C refers more to a general acceptance of the client without necessarily expressing genuine emotions. Option D relates more to the therapist's ability to accurately perceive and reflect the client's emotions, rather than their own genuineness.

Question 16

According to the humanistic approach, psychological health is enhanced by

Accepted Answer

The humanistic approach emphasizes the importance of self-actualization and personal growth, and suggests that psychological health is enhanced when individuals are able to achieve a match between their real self (who they actually are) and their ideal self (who they aspire to be). This alignment can promote a sense of authenticity and fulfillment, and allows individuals to live in harmony with their values and goals. Conditional positive regard, on the other hand, refers to an emotional environment in which a person's worth is contingent upon meeting certain conditions or expectations. This can be detrimental to psychological health, as it may foster a sense of inadequacy, fear of rejection, and self-doubt. Therefore, option A is the best choice.

Question 17

Abraham Maslow is most closely associated with the _________ approach to psychotherapy.

Accepted Answer

Abraham Maslow is one of the founders of humanistic psychology, which emphasizes individual potential, free will, and personal growth. Humanistic psychology views people as inherently good and focuses on the positive aspects of human behavior. Maslow's approach to psychotherapy, known as "self-actualization therapy," aimed to help clients reach their full potential and achieve a sense of fulfillment and purpose in life.

Question 18

The primary goal of humanistic psychotherapy is

Accepted Answer

The primary goal of humanistic psychotherapy is to foster self-actualization, which is the process of realizing one's full potential and fulfilling one's innermost desires and goals. This approach emphasizes empathy, compassion, self-discovery, and personal growth, rather than simply trying to change or modify maladaptive behaviors. Therefore, choice A is the best answer. Choice B is associated with psychodynamic therapy, whereas choice C is associated with cognitive-behavioral therapy. Choice D is associated with behavior therapy.

Question 19

According to Carl Rogers, the three essential therapeutic conditions were _____ to psychotherapy to be successful with any client.

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

In humanistic psychotherapy, _______ takes place when a therapist responds to a client by rephrasing or restating the client's statements in a way that highlights the client's feelings or emotions.

Accepted Answer

The term used in humanistic psychotherapy for rephrasing or restating a client's statements to highlight their emotions is reflection. This technique allows the therapist to demonstrate empathy and understanding towards the client, and can help the client gain insight into their own emotions and thought processes. Emotional consequence refers to the natural emotional reaction that a person experiences in response to a situation or event, congruence refers to the therapist's authenticity and genuineness in their interactions with the client, and countertransference refers to the therapist's unconscious emotional reactions to the client based on their own past experiences.

Quiz 13: A Different Kind of Hero: The Quest of Odysseus

According to Carl Rogers, the therapist's _____ determine(s) the success of therapy.

Humanistic psychotherapists believe that individuals are born with a tendency toward healthy growth. The term that best describes this tendency is

According to the humanistic approach, there are three essential therapeutic conditions that characterize successful therapist/client relationships. These three essential therapeutic conditions include

__________, according to humanists, is essentially the warmth, love, and acceptance of those around us.

Rollo May, Victor Frankl, and Irvin Yalom are most closely associated with ______________ psychotherapy.

Jill is a 13-year-old girl whose mother loves her "no matter what." According to humanistic psychotherapists, Jill's mother

___________, developed by William Miller, is a contemporary application of the principles of humanism.

According to Rogers, the term ________ is synonymous with positive regard.

According to the humanistic approach, ___________ is the root of psychopathology.

Which of the following approaches to psychotherapy places the strongest emphasis on empathy provided by the therapist?

According to the humanistic approach, conditional positive regard from others brings forth

_________ is a pioneer of the humanistic approach to psychotherapy.

According to the humanistic approach, it is important for the therapist to communicate ________ to the client, which is described as the ability to sense the client's emotions compassionately and without judgment.

According to the humanistic approach, there are three essential therapeutic conditions that characterize successful therapist/client relationships. These three essential therapeutic conditions include

Which of the following best describes genuineness as it is understood and applied by humanistic psychotherapists?

According to the humanistic approach, psychological health is enhanced by

Abraham Maslow is most closely associated with the _________ approach to psychotherapy.

The primary goal of humanistic psychotherapy is

According to Carl Rogers, the three essential therapeutic conditions were _____ to psychotherapy to be successful with any client.

In humanistic psychotherapy, _______ takes place when a therapist responds to a client by rephrasing or restating the client's statements in a way that highlights the client's feelings or emotions.