the humanistic approach

Question 1

humanistic psychology

Answer 1

• rogers and Maslow = reject scientific models, active agents we are all unique, should use subjective experience, no general laws

Question 2

free will

Answer 2

• humans can make choices and are not determined by internal biological or external factors

Question 3

maslows heirachy of needs

Answer 3

• to achieve self actualisation we need to meet all the other levels
• 5 levels

Question 4

self actualisation

Answer 4

the desire to grow psychologically and fulfil ones full potential = becoming what you are capable of

Question 5

carl rogers - self and congurance

Answer 5

• self = the way a person sees themself
  NEEDS TO BE EQUIVILANT TO
• congurance = ideal self
• if the gap is too big = incongurace and self actualisation isnt met

Question 6

how to reduce incongruence? and what causes incongruence?

Answer 6

• client centred therapy = help cope with the problems of everyday living
• problems we face from childhood = lack of unconditional positive regard (lack of unconditional love)

Question 7

conditions of worth

Answer 7

• where a parent sets boundaries or limits their love for their child
• e.g. I’ll only love you if…
• causes psychological problems

Question 8

counselling

Answer 8

• therapist = provide unconditional positive regard to the client by expressing acceptance, empathy and understanding of their condition.
• When the client feels supported, their conditions of worth affecting their self-concept will dissipate enabling them to move towards their ideal self and how they want to behave, rather than how they feel that they should.