18 Questions
What is the focus of the Humanistic-Existential Approach?
Fulfilling one’s potential and personal growth
What is the emphasis of the Humanistic-Existential Model?
Health and potential
What is a limitation of the Humanistic-Existential Model?
It views human fulfillment as abstract
What approach emphasizes the influence of dysfunctional thought processes?
Cognitive Approach
What is a key difference between the Humanistic-Existential Approach and other approaches?
It rejects empirical research
What is a characteristic of the Humanistic-Existential Approach?
It takes a positivist view
What is the primary focus of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)?
Accepting illogical thoughts for what they are
What do Humanists and Existentialists argue that people are driven to do?
Self-actualise
According to Humanists, what is the potential of every individual?
Goodness and growth
What is the technique used in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help with the process of acceptance?
Mindfulness-based meditation
What do New Wave Cognitive Therapies aim to address?
Criticisms of cognitive therapies
What is the cause of psychological abnormality according to Humanists and Existentialists?
Failure to self-actualise
What is the primary goal of humanistic-existential therapy?
To help clients achieve self-recognition and self-acceptance
Which technique is used in humanistic-existential therapy to encourage clients to take responsibility for their feelings?
Skilful frustration
What is the primary focus of existential therapy?
Encouraging clients to take responsibility for their lives
Why do people experience anxiety, frustration, and boredom according to existential theory?
As a result of self-deception and refusal to accept responsibility
What is the role of the therapist in humanistic-existential therapy?
To challenge or frustrate clients
What is the benefit of humanistic-existential therapy?
It taps into the special circumstances and challenges of human existence
This quiz covers existential theories of psychotherapy, including techniques used to promote self-recognition and self-acceptance in clients. It explores the role of frustration and role-playing in therapy, and how these methods differ from Rogerian approaches. Test your knowledge of these existential theories and their applications.
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