Comparison of Rogers' Self Theory and Moreno's Spontaneity Theory

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  • Ella Mae Shearon Author

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https://doi.org/10.12926/0mv05425

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Rogers' Self Theory, Moreno's Spontaneity Theory

Abstract

The article contains a description and a comparison of the nineteen propositions concerning personality from Rogers' self theory to Moreno's spontaneity theory. The first part of the article is a general description of Rogers' self theory and of Moreno's spontaneity theory. The second part is a comparison and contrast of both theories. A summary table fallows

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2025-01-17

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Vol. 34 (1981): Group Psychotherapy, Psychodrama, and Sociometry

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