Question

Humanistic psychology is based on the assumption that

a. culture influences thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
b. human beings are basically good and try to find meaning in life.
c.human behavior results whenever a stimulus occurs.
d.knowledge of biology is the key to understanding behavior.

Answer 1

Answer: b. human beings are basically good and try to find meaning in life.

Humanistic psychology is based in the belief that human beings are basically good. This type of psychology believes confirms that the driving forces of one’s behavior are morality, ethical values, and good intentions. Adverse social or psychological experiences of a person can be attributed to deviations from these natural tendencies.