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Primal therapy is a type of psychotherapy built upon the idea that many adults’ mental problems result from unresolved childhood conflicts. It encourages patients to relive early traumatic experiences and to release the painful emotions associated with them through aggressive behaviors, such as screaming about their parents. Developed by psychologist Arthur Janov in the 1960s, the therapy became popular in the 70s but was soon the target of criticism. However, it attracted what notable patients? Discuss
Source: The Free Dictionary