Psychodynamic and person-centered therapies are very different therapeutic approaches. Which of the following is a major difference between the two therapies?

a) Psychodynamic focuses on impulses, while person-centered focuses on potential for growth.
b) Psychodynamic is based on Rogers's work, while person-centered is based on Freud's work.
c) Psychodynamic uses empathy, while person-centered uses interpretation.
d) Psychodynamic is short-term therapy, while person-centered is long-term therapy.


ANS: a

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