Rollo May's Existential Psychology Quiz

What is a central theme in Rollo May's existential psychology?

• Determinism

• Existence and freedom

• Behaviorism

• Cognitive restructuring

According to May, what does normal anxiety allow individuals to do?

• Avoid all threats

• Repress emotions

• Confront situations constructively

• Ignore personal growth

How does May describe neurotic anxiety?

• A temporary feeling of unease

• A constructive response to challenges

• A mild form of stress

• An intense reaction to situations

What role does freedom play in May's therapeutic process?

• It is a barrier to personal growth

• It helps individuals see and act on their choices

• It is irrelevant to therapy

• It limits personal choices

What is the paradox of freedom according to May?

• Freedom is always unlimited

• Freedom is restricted by destiny

• Freedom is a myth

• Freedom leads to chaos

How do myths function in May's existential psychology?

• They only expose negative aspects of life

• They are irrelevant to personal growth

• They provide meaning and insight

• They only serve a regressive function

What can myths reveal according to May?

• Only past traumas

• New insights and potentials

• The futility of life

• The inevitability of destiny

In existential psychotherapy, what is crucial for effective healing?

• Focusing solely on past experiences

• Strict adherence to techniques

• Ignoring the client's anxieties

• Entering the client's world

What is the underlying premise of May's existential therapy?

• Truth is irrelevant to therapy

• Truth is absolute and unchanging

• Truth is determined by the therapist

• Truth is based on relationship

How should therapists approach clients' anxieties according to May?

• By exploring them with the client

• By prescribing medication

• By confronting them directly

• By ignoring them