Biological and Humanistic Approach Comparison

• What is one difference between the biological and humanistic approach?


  Their stance on nature-nurture
• What does the nature vs nurture debate refer to?


  Whether behavior is caused by biology (nature) or the environment (nurture)
• Which approach agrees that behavior is caused by biology?


  The biological approach
• Which approach agrees that behavior is caused by the environment?


  The humanistic approach
• What does the biological approach focus on regarding behavior?


  How behavior is created by genes, biological structures, and biochemistry
• What does the humanistic approach consider in relation to behavior?


  Self-actualization and the role of human counseling focusing on environmental factors
• What are the merits of the biological and humanistic approaches in the nature vs nurture debate?

  • Biological approach:
  • Focuses on genetics and biological structures
  • Provides a clear biological basis for behavior
  • Humanistic approach:
  • Emphasizes self-actualization and environmental influences
  • Highlights the importance of personal growth and counseling
• How does the difference in stance on nature-nurture strengthen the biological approach?


  It considers a wider complex in the nature vs nurture debate