Humanistic

Question 1

What is the humanistic approach’s focus on free will & behaviour?

Answer 1

• behaviour is not always determined and people can choose how to behave

Question 2

What was the general idea of Maslow’s positive theory?

Answer 2

• Hierarchy of needs - more basic needs at the bottom and higher needs at the top, once at the top a person reaches their full potential (self actualisation)
• Self actualisation - full potential reached, experienced in the form of peak experiences

Question 3

What is congruence? (Rogers)

Answer 3

It exists when there is a similarity between somebody’s ideal self and their actual self

higher level of congruence = higher level of self worth

Question 4

What causes a state of self worth?

Answer 4

When people receive unconditional positive regard

Question 5

Evaluation

Answer 5

(-) Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is too idealised and unrealistic - ignores people’s ability to be self destructive
(-) Nevis - cross cultural differences suggests hierarchy of needs may be in different order