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| Existential-Humanistic Psychology 20th century |
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| Full name | James Bugental |
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| Birth | December 25, 1915 |
| Death | September 17, 2008 |
| School/tradition | Existential-Humanistic Therapy |
| Notable ideas | Postulates of Humanistic Psychology |
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James Bugental (December 25, 1915 - September 17, 2008) was one of the predominant theorists and advocates of the Existential-Humanistic Therapy movement. He was a therapist, teacher and writer for over 50 years. He received his Ph.D. from Ohio State University, was named a Fellow of the American Psychological Association in 1955, and was the first recipient of the APA's Division of Humanistic Psychology's Rollo May Award. He held leadership positions in a number of professional organizations, including president of the California State Psychological Association.
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Theory
In "The Search for Authenticity" (1965), Bugental summarized the postulates of Humanistic Psychology, often quoted by other theorists:
- Human beings cannot be reduced to components.
- Human beings have in them a uniquely human context.
- Human consciousness includes an awareness of oneself in the context of other people.
- Human beings have choices and responsibilities.
- Human beings are intentional, they seek meaning, value and creativity.
Publications
- "The Search for Authenticity" (1965)
- "The Search for Existential Identity" (1976)
- "Psychotherapy and Process" (1978)
- "The Art of the Psychotherapist" (1992)
- "Psychotherapy Isn't What You Think" (1999) This is available free to read on Google Books