Paper 2 Humanistic approach

Question 1

who are the key psychologists in the humanistic approach?

Answer 1

rogers, maslow

Question 2

What are the key assumptions of the humanistic approach?

Answer 2

behaviour is affected by free will and self-determining external/internal factors
only the use of subjective experience should be acknowledged producing a person-centered approach

Question 3

What are the levels in the Maslow hierarchy of needs with examples

Answer 3

Physiological needs - food, water, shelter, warmth, and sleep.
Safety needs - security, stability, and protection from danger or harm
Love and belonging needs - affection, belongingness, and social interaction.
Self esteem - self-esteem, recognition, and respect from others.
Self-actualization - personal growth, fulfillment, and realizing one’s potential.

Question 4

What is congruence?

Answer 4

when an individual strives for personal growth to the point there is an alignment between their ideal and actual self.
if this is not in function a state of incongruence will occur and self actualisation cannot be met

Question 5

how does parental style affect congruence?

Answer 5

lack of unconditional love and positive regard can lead to low self esteem + thoughts of worthlessness. e.g. setting boundaries on thier love with a child can cause conditions forto be worthy

Question 6

Describe client-centred therapy?

Answer 6

rogers
this is a form of counselly psychology where the aim is to increase self worth and decrease incongruence
how? by providing genuiness, empathy and unconditional positive regard

Question 7

What are the strengths of the humanistic approach ?

Answer 7

-Holistic approach
-Has real life applications

Question 8

What are the weaknesses of the humanistic approach?

Answer 8

-unscientific as it cannot be falsified
-Culture Bias
-Highly subjective