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In contrast to sigmund freud's pessimistic view of people as being motivated by sexual and destructive instincts, the ______ theory of personality generally emphasizes the inherent goodness of people, human potential, self-actualization, the self-concept, and healthy personality development.

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Humanistic psychology

This is an approach to psychology that emphasizes on the good side of humanity and allows people to focus on how to improve their lives through a positive approach to self-actualize. It differs from Sigmund’s approach which considers humans as endowed with destructive instincts


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