Humanistic Approach Flashcards
What philosophical roots influence the Humanistic Approach?
Existential philosophers like Nietzsche, Kierkegaard, and Sarte, focusing on the meaning of existence, free will, and personal uniqueness
What is the existential anxiey?
The feelings of dread and panic from realizing there is no inherent meaning in life
Who are key figures in American Humanistic Psychology?
Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow
Why is Humanistic Psychology called the “Third Force”?
It emphasizes free will and personal choice, contrasting with psychanalytic and behavioral views of humans as victims of unconscious instincts or conditioning
What is the importance of personal responsibility in Humanistic Psychology?
People choose their actions and have the power to shape their lives, either passively or actively
How does the Humanistic Approach view “Here and Now”?
It emphasizes living in the present moment rather than dwelling on the past and future
What is mindfulness in the Humanistic Approach?
Fully attending to the present moment without judgement, used in mindfulness based therapy for anxiety, depression, and stress
What is the Phenomenology of the Individual?
The belief that no one knows you better than yourself, making it essential for therapists to understand clients perspectives
What is personal growth in the Humanistic Approach?
The natural tendency to develop positively and become everything one is capable of being, such as becoming “fully functioning” or achieving “self-actualization”
What is a fully functioning person according to Carl Rogers?
Someone open to life experiences, living in the moment, trusting their feelings, and deeply feeling emotions
What is congruency in Carl Rogers’ theory?
A match between self-concept and experiences
What happens during incongruency?
Anxiety arises when self-concept and experiences do not align, often leading to denial or distortion as coping mechanisms
What is the goal of person-centered therapy?
To help clients accept themselves, understand their experiences, and resolve incongruencies
What are the core conditions for effective therapy according to Rogers?
Openness and genuineness, unconditional positive regard, and reflective listening
What is Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs?
A model where lower needs (physiological, safety) must typically be satisfied before addressing higher needs (belonging, esteem, self-actualization)
