7.8 Understanding Humanistic Theories of Personality

Who focused on the idea of the self-concept in humanistic theories of personality?

• B.F. Skinner

• Sigmund Freud

• Carl Rogers

• Abraham Maslow

What is known as positive regard according to Carl Rogers?

• The pursuit of self-actualization

• The focus on physiological needs

• Seeking social approval from others

• Developing strong friendships

What happens when our positive regard aligns with our own self-evaluations?

• We become more anxious

• We experience congruency

• We seek individual achievements

• We focus on safety needs

According to Maslow, what needs to be satisfied first for an individual to reach self-actualization?

• Self-esteem

• Physiological needs

• Love and belonging

• Safety

What does collectivism focus on?

• Individual achievement

• Supporting and promoting the group over the individual

• The pursuit of knowledge

• Building self-esteem