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Access Type

Open Access

Document Type

thesis

Degree Program

Psychology

Degree Name

Thesis (M.S.)

Year Degree Awarded

1970

Abstract

Perhaps the most distinctive and distinguishing feature of human interaction is the use of language. It is through this rather complex system of abstract symbols that men are able to communicate their needs, feelings and ideas to one another. And as Thomas Szasz states, • • talking often helps people to cope with their problems in living."

DOI

https://doi.org/10.7275/phax-tm97

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