Humanist approach

• What is a key term associated with humanist approaches?

  Free will
• What does the term "holistic" refer to in humanist approaches?

  Considering the whole person
• What is the hierarchy of needs in humanism?

  A model of human motivation and needs
• What is self-actualization in humanist psychology?

  Achieving one's full potential
• What are esteem needs in humanism?

  Needs for self-esteem and esteem from others
• What is a fundamental need for love and belonging in humanism?

  Social and intimate relationships
• What do safety needs include in the hierarchy of needs?

  Personal and financial security
• What are physiological needs in humanism?

  Basic survival needs like food and water
• What does congruence refer to in humanist psychology?

  Alignment between self-image and ideal self
• What are conditions of worth in humanism?

  Expectations imposed by others for acceptance
• What is the significance of unconditional positive regard?

  Acceptance without conditions for personal growth
• How does humanist psychology view rejection of scientific methods?

  It argues human behavior is too complex
• What is the critique of traditional scientific methods in humanism?

  They are unsuitable for studying complex behavior
• What does free will imply in humanist approaches?

  Individuals can make conscious choices
• What is the role of holistic approaches in humanism?

  To consider all aspects of human experience
• What is self-actualization's highest level in psychological development?

  It represents the peak of personal growth
• What does person-centered therapy emphasize?

  Client's perspective and self-discovery
• What is the significance of non-directive therapy?

  It helps clients find their own solutions
• What are the three essential qualities in person-centered therapy?

  Genuineness, empathy, and unconditional positive regard
• What does it mean to be active agents in human development?

  Individuals can influence their own growth
• What is the focus of evaluation in humanist approaches?

  Personal growth and self-actualization
• What is the focus of person-centered therapy?

  It helps clients find their solutions
• What are the three requirements of person-centered therapy?

  Genuineness, empathy, and unconditional positive regard
• How do clients benefit from person-centered therapy?

  They improve their outlook and find solutions
• What are the strengths of the humanistic approach in psychology?

  • Real-world applications
  • Major influence on psychological counseling
  • Holistic view of human nature
• What is a major strength of the humanistic approach?

  It has a major influence on counseling
• How does the humanistic approach differ from other psychological approaches?

  It considers all aspects of human nature
• What do critics argue about the humanistic approach?

  It is built on unstable concepts
• What concepts are considered difficult to operationalize in the humanistic approach?

  Self-actualization and congruence
• Why is cultural bias a weakness of the humanistic approach?

  It applies mainly to individualistic cultures
• How do individualistic cultures view the humanistic approach?

  They value autonomy and personal freedom
• What do collectivist cultures emphasize in therapy?

  Group needs and community support
• How does the humanistic approach address cultural differences?

  It may not adequately address group needs
• What are the weaknesses of the humanistic approach?

  • Built on unstable concepts
  • Difficult to operationalize key ideas
  • Cultural bias towards individualistic societies