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The Humanist Approach
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- 1Humanist AssumptionsPeople are essentially good
People have an innate drive to self actualise
Hierarchy of needs is the basis of motivation
Psychological problems stem from in-congruence
Ideographic Approach
Free will - 2Maslows Hierarchy of NeedsPhsyiological needs
Safety needs
Belonging needs
Esteem needs
Self-Actualisation - 3Self ActualiseTo self actualise you need to meet the hierarchy of needs, also have no restraints and good self awareness.
People can self actualise through accomplishments in sports, academics etc
It is an innate tendency
Rodgers stresses the importance of unconditional positive regard - 4Unconditional Positive RegardUnconditional love, usually provided from a family member. Essential for development
Therapists give it to clients to help along their growth
Helps the person with positive self worth - 5Condition of WorthArises when positive regard from others is conditional
The individual feels they are prized in some respects but not others
Does not allow an individual to be themselves - 6CongruencePeople experience problems when there is incongruence between who they want to be and who they are
Results in low self esteem
Therapy help people achieve congruence between they're self concept and they're actual self
Congruence leads to satisfaction while incongruence leads to psychological problems - 7Evaluation of Humanist ApproachIt is optimistic about people and is very
Recognises importance of personal experience
Client Centered Therapy is effective
Non-Scientific
Little objective evidence
Concepts are based around western culture
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- A-Levels Psychology (PSYB1 - Perspectives) Flashcards on The Humanist Approach, created by Adam O'Rourke on 20/05/2013.
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