Humanism: KT Flashcards
Humanism psychology approach
An approach to understanding behaviour which emphasises the importance of subjective experience, person’s capacity for self determination
Free will
Idea that humans can make choices, these are not determined by internal or external factors
Self actualisation
Desire to grow psychologically and fulfil ones potential
Hierarchy of needs
5 levelled hierarchical sequence in which basic needs must be satisfied before higher psychological needs can be achieved
Self
The idea and values that characterise ‘I’ and ‘me’, includes perception and valuing of ‘what i am’ and ‘what i can do’
Congruence
The aim of Rogerian therapy; when the self concept and ideal self broadly match
Conditions of worth
When a parent places limits or boundaries on their love