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Abnormal Psychology1
Rogerss client-centered therapy Therapist creates a supportive climate Unconditional positive regard Accurate empathy Genuineness Little research support Abnormality results from lack of Caring and support
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Humanistic approach Developed by Fritz Perls Goal is to guide clients toward selfrecognition through challenge and frustration Techniques: Skillful frustration Role playing Rules, including Here and Now and I language
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Weaknesses:
Focuses on abstract issues Difficult to research Not much influence Weakened by disapproval of scientific approach Changing somewhat May emphasize personal responsibility too much Difficult to define and research concepts (like psychodynamic theories)
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Existential-humanistic Theories Other Important Existential-humanistic Theorists And Therapists Maslow self-actualization and need hierarchy
Jourard importance of self-disclosure for psychological health and for therapy existential Rollo May, Viktor Frankl logotherapy Fritz Perls Gestalt therapy emphasis on experience/emotion, empty chair technique
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