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In an effort to keep his job and family, George has decided to seek therapy for his substance abuse problem. Since this type of psychological problem is viewed as an inability to make meaningful and self-directed choices on how to live, intervention should be directed at increasing George's self-awareness and understanding, with a focus on acceptance and growth. Which kind of therapy is this a description of?

  1. Humanistic therapy
  2. Behavioral therapy
  3. Biomedical therapy
  4. Cognitive therapy
Explanation

Answer: A - Acceptance and growth are major themes of humanistic therapy. The humanistic approach to therapy holds a belief that individuals have the capacity for self-understanding and choice. Human nature is basically good with a potential to maintain healthy relationships and responsible decisions. Humanistic therapy focuses on freeing people from disabling attitudes and enabling them to thrive.

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