Humanistic approach

• What do most psychologists call themselves?

  Scientists
• Why do humanists reject the idea that psychology can be studied scientifically?


  Because human behavior is too complex
• What is the name of the psychologist who created the hierarchy of needs?

  Maslow
• What is the order of needs in Maslow's hierarchy?

  Physiological, safety, love and belongingness, esteem, self-actualization
• How does a person achieve self-actualization according to Maslow?

  By satisfying all the lower-level needs first
• What is the term for the match between a person's perceived self and ideal self?

  Congruence
• Why is it difficult for humanists to conduct scientific research?

  Because human behavior is complex and has many variables
• How does Carl Rogers' concept of congruence relate to self-actualization?

  A person must be congruent to achieve self-actualization
• What is the name of the therapy approach based on humanistic principles?

  Client-centered therapy
• What is the role of the therapist in client-centered therapy?

  To support the client in finding their own solutions
• What is a potential criticism of the humanistic approach?

  It may be culturally biased
• What are the levels of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

  * Physiological needs

  * Safety needs

  * Love and belongingness needs

  * Esteem needs

  * Self-actualization needs
• What are the key principles of client-centered therapy?

  * Focus on the present and future

  * Therapist supports the client in finding their own solutions

  * Unconditional positive regard

  * Client is seen as the expert