Humanism--Study questions

  1. Why is humanism referred to as the "third force" in psychology? What are the other 2 forces? Has humanism lived up to this title?
  2. What is existentialism?  How did this affect the development of humanistic psychology?
  3. How is humanism different from other theoretical perspectives in psychology?
  4. What criticisms did humanistic psychology make of behaviorism and psychoanalysis?
  5. What elements did Carl Rogers believe to be essential for good psychological health?
  6. What is "client-centered" or "person-centered" therapy? How is it different from other types of therapy, especially Freudian psychotherapy?
  7. What is Maslow's hierarchy of needs? What is self-actualization?