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Unit 7 – Motivation, Emotion, and Personality
Topic 7.8
Why might some psychologists argue that humanistic theories are overly optimistic about human nature?
They largely ignore negative aspects such as aggression or selfishness.
They disregard the impact of societal norms and expectations.
They place too much emphasis on unconscious drives and desires.
They fail to recognize the importance of innate biological factors in shaping personality traits.
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