Humanistic psychology

Karishma has very low self-esteem, even though she achieved very high GCSE grades. She would like to be a lawyer. Although she is studying A-levels, she has delayed her application to university because she does not think she will receive any offers. She does not think she is clever enough to study law.

Explain why a humanistic psychologist would suggest that Karishma is not displaying congruence.

Explain how a humanistic psychologist might help Karishma to achieve congruence.

Discuss self-actualisation and/or conditions of worth in explaining human behaviour.

Compare the humanistic approach with the psychodynamic approach.

What is the correct arrangement of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs from bottom to top of the hierarchy?

Shade one circle only.

A Physiological, Safety, Love/belongingness, Esteem, Self-actualisation.

B Physiological, Safety, Love/belongingness, Self-actualisation, Esteem.

C Safety, Physiological, Love/belongingness, Esteem, Self-actualisation.

D Safety, Physiological, Love/belongingness, Self-actualisation, Esteem.

Tatiana’s parents are concerned about her mobile phone use. She is an anxious child and has low self-esteem. Tatiana only feels good about herself when she receives messages or positive comments on social media. She feels safe when she has her phone and socially isolated without it.

Tatiana’s parents worry that her dependence on her mobile phone is starting to affect her well-being and achievement at school.

Outline and evaluate the humanistic approach. Refer to Tatiana’s behaviour in your answer.