Chapter Five: Assessment and Questions about Human Nature Flashcards
1
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What does Karen say about optimism vs pessimism?
A
Karen’s image of human nature is more optimistic compared to Freud’s. That biological forces do not condemn us to forces.
2
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What does Karen say about universal vs unique?
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Karen emphasizes uniqueness in every person.
3
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What does Karen say about nurture vs nature?
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Karen believes nurture influences the personality.
4
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What does Karen say about past vs present?
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Karen’s theory takes both a past and present perspective.
5
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What does Karen say about satisfaction vs growth?
A
That adult experiences can be just as important as those of childhood. We are capable of self growth and flexibility.
6
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What does Karen say about free will vs determinism?
A
Karen takes a free will approach.
