The text presents psychodynamic and humanistic psychology as approaches that deal with people's problems. Compare and contrast these two perspectives
What will be an ideal response?
* The psychodynamic perspective, taken by Sigmund Freud, emphasizes that normal and abnormal behaviors are determined by unconscious forces.
* The humanistic perspective, often associated with Abraham Maslow and Carl Rogers, emphasizes free will and individuals' control of behavior.
* The humanistic approach seeks to understand people as unique individuals and their potential for growth, whereas the psychodynamic approach is more likely to examine someone having difficulty adjusting.
* The psychodynamic approach is more concerned with the influence of unconscious forces, not free will, on our behavior.
* Both have developed therapeutic techniques for the treatment based on the focus of their respective approaches.
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