Discuss the five principles of the humanistic psychology.

What will be an ideal response?


Ans: (1) Holistic perspective—that individuals are more than the sum of their parts; they are more than a product of rewards and punishment. (2) Individuals are aware of their existence. (3) To fully understand a person, one must take their perspective of their world and life. (4) Individuals are rational and knowledgeable so they can make choices and must be accountable for the choices they make. (5) Individuals can control the outcomes of their behaviors.
Learning Objective: 9-1: Identify the main principles and historical contexts of humanistic psychology.
Cognitive Domain: Comprehension
Answer Location: Principles of Humanistic Psychology
Difficulty Level: Medium

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