Humanistic approach Flashcards
What does it mean to have an idiographic approach to understanding behaviour
the idea that every individual is unique and we are all different and we should be treated as such. We should not generalise to groups
Describe free will in terms of the humanistic approach
Humans are self-determining, though the approach does acknowledge that we have constraints on free will, such as social rules, laws and morals.
Discuss holism in terms of the humanistic approach
We should not look at just one aspect of an individual, if only one part is considered, then what could be affecting the individual might be missed. So humanists do not agree with focusing on childhood in therapy but all of development.
Outline what self actualisation is
reaching ones full potential through personal growth and motivation
What is Maslow’s theory called
Maslow’s hierarchy of needs
Outline 3 physiological needs
Breathing, food, water, shelter, sex, sleep, clothing/warmth
Name 3 safety and security needs
Property, job security, health, family, social stability
Name 3 love and belonging needs
friendship, family, intimacy, sense of connection
What stage of the hierarchy is characterised by the following; confidence, achievement, respect of others
Esteem needs
What skill are developed for self actualisation
Morality, creativity, humour, spontaneity, acceptance
Rogers theory of self actualisation is broken down into 3 main concepts, name them
The self concept, the ideal self, the real self
Define ideal self
who you want to be
Define the real self
who you are currently
Define the self concept
how you see yourself currently
Define congruence
when your self concept and the ideal self are similar
