7.1.1 Humanistic Theory (Rogers)

• Who proposed the Humanistic Theory?

  Carl Rogers
• The Humanistic Theory focuses on the inherent tendency towards self-actualisation
• Self-actualisation is the ultimate goal in the Humanistic Theory.
• What is emphasized in the Humanistic Theory regarding an individual's perception of themselves?

  Self-concept
• Congruence between the ideal self and the real self is crucial for positive well-being
• Steps in Carl Rogers' approach to understanding the self

  1️⃣ Self-actualisation

  2️⃣ Focus on self-concept

  3️⃣ Ideal self vs. real self

  4️⃣ Importance of congruence
• The actual self represents an individual's aspirations and values.

  False
• What does the ideal self encompass according to Rogers?

  Goals and hopes
• The actual self is the current self-perception, while the ideal self is the desired self-image
• An individual who values honesty and acts honestly achieves congruence.
• Match the self with its definition:

  Actual Self ↔️ Current self-perception

  Ideal Self ↔️ Desired self-image

  Congruence ↔️ Alignment between ideal and real self
• What did Rogers argue is crucial for a positive self-concept and well-being?

  Congruence
• The ideal self is a person's desired self-image
• The real self encompasses an individual's aspirations and values.

  False
• What is the primary focus of the Humanistic Theory proposed by Carl Rogers?

  Self-actualisation
• Congruence between the ideal self and the real self is essential for a positive self-concept
• Match the aspect with its correct definition:

  Ideal Self ↔️ Desired self-image

  Real Self ↔️ Current self-perception
• A person who values honesty and acts honestly experiences congruence
• The Humanistic Theory emphasizes the inherent tendency towards self-actualization.
• What is the definition of the real self in the Humanistic Theory?

  Current self-perception
• Congruence is achieved when the ideal self aligns with the real self
• Order the following steps a person might take to achieve congruence:

  1️⃣ Reflect on personal values

  2️⃣ Assess current behaviors

  3️⃣ Align actions with values

  4️⃣ Experience congruence
• What did Carl Rogers believe was crucial for an individual's well-being?

  Self-concept
• The ideal self represents what a person aspires to be
• Match the aspect of self-concept with its description:

  Ideal Self ↔️ What someone aspires to be

  Real Self ↔️ What someone currently is
• What does the actual self represent in Carl Rogers' theory?

  Current qualities
• The ideal self is defined as a person's desired self-image
• Conditions of worth develop when approval is given regardless of behavior.

  False
• What is the impact of conditions of worth on self-esteem?

  Conditional self-acceptance
• Self-esteem without conditions of worth is unconditional and stable
• What are the three key therapy techniques outlined by Carl Rogers for self-growth?

  Empathy, positive regard, congruence
• Empathy involves sharing feelings without judgment.
• Unconditional positive regard means accepting clients as they are
• What is the term for valuing oneself only when meeting specific external standards?

  Conditional self-acceptance
• Self-esteem is contingent on external criteria when conditions of worth are present.
• A child praised only for getting straight As might develop conditions of worth
• What are the three key therapy techniques employed by Carl Rogers?

  Empathy, unconditional positive regard, genuineness
• Empathy involves sharing feelings without judgment.
• Unconditional positive regard means accepting clients as they are, regardless of their behaviors
• What does genuineness in therapy involve?

  Being authentic and transparent