humanistic approach Flashcards
What are the assumptions of the humanistic approach
- Humans have free will; not all behaviour is determined- people have full conscious control of their own destiny
- All individuals are unique and are motivated to achieve their potential
- rational and conscious not being dominated by by unconscious instinct’s
What’s Maslow’s hierarchy of needs
He was interested in finding what could go right.
Each level must be fulfilled before the individual can move up to a higher need
What are the stages of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs
What happens if the needs of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs are not met
.physiological - You will crave food, water etc..
.safety - You will be come anxious and display fight or flight behavior
.love/belonging - you become lonely, withdrawn and rejected and will show hostility towards ‘out groups’
. esteem - fearful of criticism, failure and risks and feel frustration, to those who withhold respect. seen to be attention seeking
. self-actualization - view life as meaningless and become restless and bores. Avoids growth and development
What happens if needs are met in Maslow’s hierarchy of needs
physiological - No cravings. Higher needs will present themselves
safety - you will experience physical security . Safety need decreases
love/belonging - Demonstrate mutual love, trust and freedom
Esteem - you will feel confident and content. Show self-belief and respect and will be prepared to step outside your comfort zone
self actualization - You will feel a desire to develop. Feel creative, positive and energetic. Develop an identity
What are self actualizers
people who for whatever reason were fulfilled in life and had used their abilities to the fullest
