13.7+13.8 Flashcards
humanistic perspective
the “third force” in psychology.
emphasizes the study of the whole person through the eyes of the person doing the behaving
self-actualizing tendency
the striving to fulfill one’s innate capacities and capabilities.
self-concept
the image of oneself that develops from interactions with important significant people in one’s life.
real self
one’s actual perception of characteristics, traits, and abilities that form the basis of the striving for self-actualization
ideal self
the perception of what one should be or would like to be
self
an individual’s awareness of his or her own personal characteristics and level of functioning.
positive regard
warmth, affection, love, and respect that come from significant others in one’s life.
unconditional positive regard
referring to the warmth, respect,
and accepting atmosphere created
by the therapist for the client in person-centered therapy; positive regard that is given without conditions or strings attached.
conditional positive regard
positive regard that is given only when the person is doing what the providers of positive regard wish.
fully functioning person
a person who is in touch with and trusting of the deepest, innermost urges, and feelings.