the humanistic approach

• What do most psychologists pride themselves on?

  Calling themselves scientists
• How do cognitive and social learning theorists conduct their research?

  They conduct carefully controlled experiments
• What is the main belief of humanists regarding scientific study in psychology?

  They reject the idea that psychology can be studied scientifically
• What do humanists argue about psychological explanations?

  They argue that explanations tend to be simplistic
• What do humanists believe is the only valid explanation for behavior?

  One that includes all factors influencing behavior
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• What is the focus of humanistic psychology?

  How humans can perform at their best
• Why do humanists reject the scientific method?

  They argue that humans are too complex to study scientifically
• What assumption does science make about behaviors?

  That behaviors have identifiable causes
• What do humanists believe about free will?

  They believe people can consciously decide their own behaviors
• How do humanists view the explanations provided by other psychological approaches?

  They see them as reductionist and overly simplistic
• What is a holistic explanation of behavior according to humanists?

  It considers multiple interacting factors influencing behavior
• What is a limitation of conducting scientific research according to humanists?

  Experiments require altering just one independent variable
• Why do humanists prefer case studies?

  They allow for understanding an individual's unique experience
• What is a criticism of humanistic psychology regarding empirical evidence?

  Humanistic ideas are not operationalized and lack empirical support
• What does self-actualization mean in humanistic psychology?

  Reaching one's full potential
• What is Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

  • A pyramid visualizing the conditions needed for self-actualization
  • Levels include:

  1. Physiological
  2. Safety
  3. Love and belongingness
  4. Esteem
  5. Self-actualization
• How does a father in a refugee camp prioritize needs according to Maslow's hierarchy?

  He first satisfies physiological needs before addressing safety
• What does Carl Rogers say is necessary for self-actualization?

  Congruence between perceived self and ideal self
• What happens if there is a gap between the ideal self and perceived self?

  The person is incongruent and cannot achieve self-actualization
• What are two ways to become congruent according to Rogers?

  Aspire to a realistic ideal self and receive unconditional positive regard
• What is client-centered therapy?

  • A humanistic approach to therapy
  • Focuses on present and future
  • Aims to help clients become congruent
  • Therapist provides unconditional positive regard
• What are two evaluations of the humanistic approach discussed?

  It rejects science and offers a more valid holistic explanation
• How is Maslow's hierarchy of needs applied outside psychology?

  It is used in business, sports, education, and healthcare
• What is a criticism of the humanistic approach regarding cultural bias?

  It reflects a Western individualistic perspective
• How might collectivist cultures view self-actualization differently?

  They may prioritize group success over individual achievement
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• What is the main focus of humanistic psychology?

  How humans can perform at their best