Psych Boost Humanistic Approach

• What do most psychologists consider themselves?

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

  Through carefully controlled experiments
• What do humanists reject about psychology?

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

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

  One that includes all influencing factors
• What are the three features of the Psych Boost app?

  Flashcards, quizzes, key term tester
• Why do humanists argue against the scientific method?

  Humans are too complex to study scientifically
• What assumption does science make about behaviors?

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

  People can consciously decide their behaviors
• How do humanists view the explanations provided by other psychological approaches?

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

  It considers multiple interacting factors
• What do humanists prefer over experimentation?

  Case studies
• What is the focus of humanistic psychology?

  How humans can perform at their best
• What is self-actualization?

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

  Conditions needed before self-actualization
• What is the order of needs in Maslow's hierarchy?

  Physiological, safety, love, esteem, self-actualization
• How does a father's concern for his family illustrate Maslow's hierarchy?

  He prioritizes physiological needs first
• What does congruence mean in humanistic psychology?

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

  The person is incongruent
• How can someone become congruent?

  By aspiring to a realistic ideal self
• What is unconditional positive regard?

  Acceptance of a person for who they are
• What is the aim of client-centered therapy?

  To help clients become congruent
• What is a criticism of the humanistic approach regarding scientific evidence?

  It lacks empirical evidence for claims
• How is Maslow's hierarchy applied outside psychology?

  In business, sports, and education
• What is a cultural criticism of the humanistic approach?

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

  As part of group success, not individual
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  Azy Taylor
• What resources are available for patrons of the channel?

  Exclusive exam questions and tutorial videos
• How many hours of exclusive exam tutorial videos are available?

  Over 17 hours
• What is the focus of humanistic psychology in therapy?

  Present and future rather than past
• What is the role of the therapist in client-centered therapy?

  To support clients in finding their own solutions
• What is a potential issue with the humanistic approach regarding free will?

  It may overlook biological and environmental factors
• How do biological and behavioral psychologists view the sense of agency?

  As an illusion influenced by biology
• What is a practical application of humanistic principles?

  Client-centered therapy
• What is the main focus of humanistic psychology?

  How humans can fulfill their potential
• What is the significance of the pyramid in Maslow's hierarchy?

  It visualizes the order of needs
• How does the humanistic approach differ from other psychological approaches?

  It emphasizes holistic understanding of behavior
• What is the relationship between physiological needs and self-actualization?

  Physiological needs must be met first
• How do humanists view the complexity of human behavior?

  As requiring a holistic approach to study
• What is the importance of unconditional positive regard in therapy?

  It helps clients develop a healthy self-view