Reflections on Behaviorism and Society. Chapter 3: The Ethics of Helping People. Quote 4

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Reflections on Behaviorism and Society. Chapter 3: The Ethics of Helping People. Quote 4

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“Therapists, like teachers, must plan their withdrawal from the lives of their clients. One has most effectively helped others when one can stop helping them altogether.” (p. 35)

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“Therapists, like teachers, must plan their withdrawal from the lives of their clients. One has most effectively helped others when one can stop helping them altogether.” (p. 35)

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