Being Human
Episode 178: The Last 70 Years in Psychology: Personal Reflections with Dr. Paul Vitz
May 14, 2024
Dr. Paul Vitz reflects on 70 years of psychology, critiquing humanistic psychology. The evolution from negative to positive psychology, the importance of reason and relationships, and integrating Christian redemption in therapy. Challenges in psychology, diversity, and hope for the future.
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- Psychology evolved from behaviorism to humanistic psychology in the 1960s, leading to the emergence of various therapeutic approaches in subsequent decades.
- Positive psychology, introduced at the turn of the century, shifted focus from pathologies to virtues, emphasizing personal growth and fulfillment.
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Psychological Evolution Over 70 Years
Psychology has undergone significant transformations over the past seven decades. Beginning with behaviorism and psychoanalysis, the field expanded to include humanistic psychology introduced by Karl Rogers and Abraham Maslow in the 1960s. Criticisms of humanistic psychology for its emphasis on self-autonomy led to the emergence of interpersonal psychology, family therapy, and emotion-focused therapy in the 70s and 80s. The integration of reason and thought through cognitive and behavioral therapy marked a shift towards addressing mental problems caused by faulty thinking. The 90s introduced forgiveness therapy and spirituality, emphasizing the importance of forgiveness and peak experiences.
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