humanistic approach

• What is the focus of humanistic psychology?

  Human potential and personal growth
• How do humanistic psychologists view humans?

  As active agents with free will
• What is self-actualization in Maslow's hierarchy?

  The realization of one's full potential
• What are the first four levels of Maslow's hierarchy called?

  Deficiency needs
• Why is self-actualization considered a growth need?

  It enables us to become our best selves
• How does humanistic psychology view personal growth?

  As an essential part of being human
• What is a key belief of humanistic psychologists regarding love?

  Humans do not thrive without love
• What are the strengths and weaknesses of humanistic psychology?

  Strengths:

  • Positive view of human nature
  • Emphasis on personal growth

  
  

  Weaknesses:

  • Lacks empirical evidence
  • Difficult to apply scientifically
• Why is humanistic psychology considered idiographic?

  It focuses on individual uniqueness
• How does humanistic psychology differ from psychodynamic approaches?

  It focuses on growth, not disorders
• How might cultural differences affect the acceptance of self-actualization?

  It may be seen as selfish in collectivist cultures
• What is a limitation of self-actualization in developing countries?

  It may not be accessible to everyone
• What is a criticism of the application of humanistic psychology?

  It lacks empirical evidence for its concepts
• Why might humanistic psychology be less applicable in collectivist societies?

  It emphasizes individualism over community values
• What are the implications of humanistic psychology for counseling techniques?

  • Encourages self-help and personal growth
  • Focuses on client-centered approaches
  • Differs from psychodynamic methods
• How might one apply humanistic psychology in a counseling setting?

  By focusing on the client's personal growth
• How does free will differ from determinism?

  Free will allows independent choices, determinism does not
• What does free will suggest about human behavior?

  It is not entirely predetermined
• How does the hierarchy of needs relate to personal growth and development?

  • As lower-level needs are met, individuals are motivated to pursue higher-level needs like self-esteem and self-actualization, leading to personal growth and fulfillment.
• Why is self-actualization considered the highest level of Maslow's hierarchy?

  Because it represents the desire to become the most complete and authentic version of oneself
• What must be satisfied before moving to higher levels in Maslow's hierarchy?

  Lower levels of needs
• If an individual has their basic physiological and safety needs met, what level of the hierarchy would they be motivated to pursue next?

  Social needs
• What are social needs in Maslow's hierarchy?

  Belonging and love
• What do safety needs encompass in Maslow's hierarchy?

  Security and stability
• What is the highest level in Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

  Self-actualization needs
• How does PCT impact personal growth and well-being?

  It empowers clients to explore their feelings
• How does empathy function in Rogers' Person-Centered Therapy?

  It helps understand the client's feelings
• What role does the therapist play in facilitating self-actualization?

  They create a supportive and accepting environment
• What are the key components of Rogers' Person-Centered Therapy?

  • Empathy: Understanding feelings without judgment
  • Genuineness: Being authentic and transparent
  • Unconditional positive regard: Accepting the client entirely
• What are the two states identified by Rogers regarding self-concept?

  Congruence and incongruence
• What does free will imply about individuals' actions?

  Individuals can actively choose their actions
• How do genetics influence our actions according to critics?

  Inherited traits and genes
• What is the key to fostering personal growth in Rogers' Person-Centered Therapy?

  Achieving congruence
• What are the levels of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

  • Physiological
  • Safety
  • Social
  • Self-esteem
  • Self-actualization
• How does the concept of self-actualization relate to an individual becoming the "most complete and authentic version of themselves"?

  Self-actualization represents the desire to fulfill one's full potential and become the best version of oneself, aligned with one's values and higher purpose
• What are the effects of congruence and incongruence on personal growth?

  • Congruence: Promotes personal growth
  • Incongruence: Hinders personal growth
• How does the deterministic perspective contrast with the belief in agency?

  Determinism suggests behaviors are predetermined
• What is the relationship between basic survival needs and self-improvement according to Maslow?

  Basic needs must be met for self-improvement
• How does CCT empower clients?

  By allowing them to make free choices
• What do critics suggest influences our behaviors?

  Various determined factors