The main criticism of humanistic theory is that:

Correct answer: C. its concepts are imprecise and difficult to study objectively

  • A. it emphasized the negative dimensions of personality
  • B. it is research rather than experience oriented
  • C. its concepts are imprecise and difficult to study objectively
  • D. its approach is more empirical than philosophical

Explanation

Humanistic concepts such as self-actualization and the fully functioning person are difficult to define and measure objectively, which is its main traditional criticism. The theory is more philosophical and experience-oriented than narrowly empirical.

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