Humanistic Approach

Question 1

Definition

Answer 1

The humanistic approach emphasizes the personal worth of the individual, the centrality of human values, and the creative, active nature of human beings.

Question 2

Assumptions

Answer 2

The scientific method is not appropriate to measure behaviour.
People should be viewed hollistically.
Free will. We choose and have control over our behaviour.
Every individual is unique.

Question 3

Self-actualisation

Answer 3

Achieving the ultimate feeling of well-being.

Question 4

Rogers: Focus on the self

Answer 4

1. Self-concept - The way you see yourself
2. The ideal self - The self you wish to be
3. The real self - Who you actually are

Question 5

Congruence

Answer 5

When yourselves are the same as eachother.

Question 6

Unconditional positive regard

Answer 6

Being loved by who you are by someone else. Total acceptance recieved by another person.

Question 7

Conditional positive regard

Answer 7

Individuals feel they need to meet requirements to be loved.

Question 8

Marlow’s Hierarchy of Needs

Answer 8

1. Self-actualisation
2. Self-esteem needs
3. Belongings and love needs
4. Safety needs
5. Psychological needs

Question 9

Counselling psychology

Answer 9

A relationship where the therapist can make the client feel accepted and comfortable.

Question 10

Advantages

Answer 10

Not reductionists, holistic approach
Optimistic approach
Free-will
Places individual’s subjective experiences and meaning at the centre.
Promotes the idea of personal reponsability
Client-centered therapy is used nowadays.

Question 11

Disadvantages

Answer 11

Not scientific, hard to falsify, unfalsifiable
Emphasises on conscious awareness
Too positive regarding human behaviour.