Which of the following describes a humanistic approach, as opposed to a behaviorist or Freudian approach, to the study of psychology?

a. ?Humanists emphasized the significance of abnormal behaviors.
b. ?Humanists relied heavily on animal research for their findings.
c. ?Humanists viewed human nature as essentially dark.
d. ?Humanists advocated studying exceptional people to see why they succeeded.


ANSWER:
d

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