Humanistic approach

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    • What does the Humanistic Approach believe about human behaviour?
      It believes that we have free will over out behaviour
    • What is self actualisation according to the humanistic approach?

      The process of becoming the best version of ourselves
    • What must be satisfied before self actualisation can occur according to Maslow?
      Physiological needs must be satisfied first
    • What are examples of physiological needs in Maslow’s hierarch?

      Food and drink
    • What does Roger’s theory of the self suggest about self actualisation?
      It suggest that unconditional positive regard leads to congruence and self actualisation
    • What is congruence in Roger’s theory?

      It is the match between perceived self and ideal self
    • What is the main focus of the Humanistic approach?
      Every individual is unique
    • What does the Humanistic approach emphasize about individuals?
      Individuals have free will and are in charge of their lives
    • How should people be viewed according to the Humanistic approach?
      People should be viewed holistically
    • Why is the scientific method considered inappropriate in the Humanistic approach?
      It cannot measure subjective experiences
    • What does the Humanistic approach reject?
      Purely scientific explanations of behavior
    • What is the focus of the idiographic approach in the Humanistic perspective?
      It focuses on individuals
    • Who are two key figures in the Humanistic approach?
      Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow
    • What do Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow believe about self-actualization?
      It is unique to each individual
    • What is Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?
      A model of human motivation
    • What are the levels of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?
      1. Physiological needs
      2. Safety needs
      3. Love and belonging needs
      4. Esteem needs
      5. Self-actualization
    • What is required for self-actualization according to the Humanistic approach?
      Integration of the self-concept, ideal self, and real self
    • What happens when the actual self and ideal self do not match?
      It may cause anxiety and depression
    • What is congruence in the Humanistic approach?
      Actual self and ideal self are one
    • What is necessary to achieve congruence?
      Relationships with unconditional positive regard
    • What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Humanistic approach?
      Strengths:
      • Focuses on individual experience
      • Encourages personal growth

      Weaknesses:
      • Not scientifically rigorous
      • Ethnocentric assumptions
    • What is a criticism of the Humanistic approach regarding its scientific basis?
      It is not scientific
    • What does the Humanistic approach assume about cultural perspectives?
      It assumes one cultural perspective
    • How does the Humanistic approach relate to individual interdependence?
      It emphasizes personal growth within relationships
    • What is the relationship between the Humanistic approach and the cognitive approach?
      The Humanistic approach contrasts with the cognitive approach
    • What is the main idea of the humanistic approach?
      Individuals have free will and self-actualization
    • What do Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow believe about self-actualization?
      It is achieved in individual ways
    • What are the three selves according to Carl Rogers?
      • Self concept
      • Ideal self
      • Real self
    • What is congruence in Rogers' theory?
      Actual and ideal self are aligned
    • What can happen when the actual and ideal self do not match?
      It may cause anxiety and depression
    • What are the issues and debates in the humanistic approach?
      • Stresses free will but acknowledges influence
      • Recognizes nature and nurture
      • Holistic approach, not pathologizing
      • Views behavior as unique
    • What is a criticism of the humanistic approach regarding scientific validity?
      It is not scientific and subjective
    • How do unconditional positive regard and therapy relate?
      • Therapists provide unconditional positive regard
      • Helps clients feel accepted and valued
      • Effective for a range of difficulties
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