Humanistic Approach

• When and where was the Humanistic Approach developed?

  America in the early 1950s
• What are the primary focuses of this approach?

  Emphasis on individuals unique experience, potential for growth, and self-actualisation
• Who came up with the ‘Hierarchy of Needs’?

  Abraham Marlow
• Name the five levels of the Marlow’s Hierarchy of Needs

  • Physiological Needs
  • Safety Needs
  • Love and Belonging
  • Self-esteem
  • Self-actualisation
• Give three examples of phsiological needs

  • Food
  • Sex
  • breathing
• Give three examples of safety needs

  • Employment
  • Health
  • Security
• Give three examples of Love and Belonging needs

  • Family
  • Friendships
  • Sexual intimacy
• Give three examples of Self-esteem needs

  • confidence
  • Achievement
  • Respect
• Give three examples of self-actualisation

  • creativity
  • Morality
  • Problem-solving
• What did Carl Rogers believe are humans two basic needs?

  • Unconditional Positive Regard
  • Self-worth
• Define conditions of worth

  People believe they will only be loved and valued if they meet certain conditions of worth (e.g. good grades)
• Define congruence

  When someone’s ideal self is similar to their real self