According to Rogers, which of the following is part of the actualization tendency of people?

a. Physiological needs
c. Process of maturation
b. Psychological needs
d. All of these are correct.


ANS: D
FEEDBACK: Rogers believed people are motivated by an innate tendency to actualize, maintain, and enhance the self. This drive toward self-actualization is part of a larger actualization tendency, which encompasses all of our physiological and psychological needs. This tendency is responsible for maturation—the genetically determined development of the body's parts and processes.

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