approaches

Question 1

self actualization AO1

Answer 1

• maslows heirachy of needs is a theory developed on human motivation
• the most basic is physiological
• progress up the pyramid
• each level must be fulfilled before a person can move up to a higher need
• highest = self actualisation = accurate perception of the world = acceptance of all others

Question 2

AO3 self actualization

real life

Answer 2

• applied to real life
• revolutionalised counselling techniques
• client centered therapy

Question 3

AO3 self actualization

unstable concept

Answer 3

vague and difficult to measure scientifically
- without experimental method
- the theory can be challenged
- impossible to verify the validity of self-actualisation
- subjective concept

Question 4

AO3 self actualization

culture bias

Answer 4

• western world
• collectivist cultures = the need of the group/community over the individual
• nevis challenges maslows heirachy as in china belongingless was more important than physiological needs
• challenges validity

Question 5

mediational processes might be involved in the students becoming more active

Answer 5

• ATTENTION = notice their teachers aiming for a more active lifestyle e.g staff netball matches
  MOTIVATION = students are more likely to become more active if there’s a reward e.g. medal
  REPRODUCTION = step count challenge fairly simple therefore can be easily replicated