Humanistic Psychology

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

  By conducting carefully controlled experiments
• What do humanists reject about psychology?

  The idea that psychology can be studied scientifically
• What is a common criticism of psychological explanations according to humanists?

  They tend to be simplistic
• What do humanists believe is necessary for a valid explanation of behavior?

  Inclusion of all factors that influence behavior
• What is one example of a simplistic explanation for a mental health condition?

  It being due to the presence or absence of a gene
• How do humanists view the interaction of factors influencing behavior?

  They believe all factors interact with each other
• What are the three features of the Psych Boost app?

  • Flashcards
  • Multiple choice quizzes
  • Key term tester
• What is the focus of humanistic psychology?

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

  They believe humans are too complex to study scientifically
• What does science assume about behaviors?

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

  That people can consciously decide their own behaviors
• How do humanists differ from biological psychologists in explaining aggression?

  Humanists include social group pressure and cultural factors
• Why can't humanists conduct scientific research?

  Experiments require altering just one independent variable
• What is a holistic explanation of behavior according to humanists?

  It considers multiple interacting factors
• What is a criticism of humanistic psychology regarding empirical evidence?

  There is no empirical evidence to support their claims
• What is self-actualization?

  The fulfillment of one's potential
• What is Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

  A pyramid visualizing the conditions for self-actualization
• What are the levels in Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

  Physiological, safety, love and belongingness, esteem, self-actualization
• How would a father prioritize needs in a refugee camp according to Maslow's hierarchy?

  First, he would satisfy physiological needs
• What is congruence according to Carl Rogers?

  When perceived self matches ideal self
• What happens if there is a gap between ideal self and perceived self?

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

  Aspire to a realistic ideal self and develop a healthy self-view
• What is client-centered therapy?

  A humanistic approach focusing on the present and future
• What is the therapist's role in client-centered therapy?

  To support clients in finding their own solutions
• What is a criticism of the humanistic approach regarding cultural bias?

  It reflects a western individualistic perspective
• How has Maslow's hierarchy of needs been applied outside psychology?

  In business, sport, education, and healthcare
• What is a potential issue with the humanistic view of self-actualization?

  It may judge collectivist cultures as inferior
• What is the subjective experience of making decisions according to humanists?

  It feels like individuals could have chosen differently
• What do biological and behavior psychologists argue about the sense of agency?

  It may be an illusion influenced by biology and environment
• What is the significance of client-centered therapy in humanistic psychology?

  It is a popular and effective treatment based on humanistic principles
• What is the role of unconditional positive regard in achieving congruence?

  It helps individuals develop a healthy self-view
• What is the main focus of humanistic psychology?

  How humans can fulfill their potential