Humanistic Psychology Overview

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What was the primary rejection of the humanists towards Freudian and behaviorist perspectives?

They rejected the emphasis on creativity and self-expression

They rejected the emphasis on psychological needs like love and self-esteem

They rejected the emphasis on biological urges and needs

They rejected the emphasis on unconscious forces and determinism (correct)

According to the humanists, what is the key to living more creative, meaningful, and satisfying lives?

Fully developing one's potential through self-actualization (correct)

Conforming to society's expectations and norms

Suppressing our unconscious desires and impulses

Fulfilling our biological urges for food and water

What does the humanistic perspective suggest about the importance of psychological needs compared to biological needs?

Psychological needs are more important than biological needs

Psychological needs and biological needs are equally important (correct)

Psychological needs are less important than biological needs

Psychological needs are irrelevant compared to biological needs

How does the humanistic perspective differ from the Freudian and behaviorist views in terms of human agency?

Humanists believe humans have some free will, unlike the determinism of Freudians and behaviorists Signup and view all the answers

What is the key feature of the humanistic perspective according to the passage?

The emphasis on self-actualization and developing one's potential Signup and view all the answers

How does the humanistic perspective view the role of the individual in shaping their own life, compared to the Freudian and behaviorist views?

Humanists believe individuals have some control, unlike the determinism of Freudians and behaviorists Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following commonsense beliefs about human behavior is false?

Personality tests reveal your basic motives, including those you may not be aware of. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the best explanation for why psychological research often 'discovers' what seems to be common sense?

Commonsense beliefs about human behavior are often wrong, and psychological research is needed to uncover the truth. Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following commonsense beliefs about human behavior is true?

None of the commonsense beliefs mentioned in the passage are true. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main message conveyed by the passage?

Commonsense beliefs about human behavior are often wrong, and psychological research is needed to uncover the truth. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the best example of a commonsense belief about human behavior that is false, according to the passage?

Babies love their mothers because mothers fulfill their babies' physiological need for food. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best explains why commonsense beliefs about human behavior are often wrong, according to the passage?

Commonsense beliefs are based on limited personal experiences and observations, rather than scientific evidence. Signup and view all the answers

According to Freud's theory, what is the main influence on human behavior?

Unconscious thoughts, impulses, and desires Signup and view all the answers

What did Freud mean by the concept of the 'unconscious'?

The part of the mind that is outside of personal awareness Signup and view all the answers

According to Freud's theory, what is the role of repression in human behavior?

It prevents conscious awareness of threatening thoughts and desires Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of humanistic psychology, according to the text?

The exploration of human potentials, ideals, and problems Signup and view all the answers

According to Freud's theory, what is the role of free will in human behavior?

Humans have limited free will, as their behavior is determined by unconscious factors Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the humanistic approach and other psychological approaches, according to the text?

The humanistic approach is concerned with human potentials and subjective experiences, while others focus on objective observations Signup and view all the answers