1. Chapter 14.4: Humanistic and Cognitive Theories
Mr. McCormick
Psychology

2. Do-Now: (Discussion) How do you define people who are: Successful
Respected
Balanced
Fulfilled
Happy with one’s life

3. Humanistic Psychology
A school of psychology that emphasizes personal growth and the achievement of maximum potential by each unique individual
Self-Actualization:
The humanist term for realizing one’s unique potential

4. Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

5. Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Why do you think
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
is ordered this way?
Do you agree with this order?
Why or why not?

6. Characteristics of Self-Actualized People
Refer to Figure “Characteristics of Self-Actualized People” on Pg. 393
What types of characteristics do self-actualized people tend to share?
Do you think any person can develop a self-actualized personality, regardless of his or her social or economic status?

7. Assignment
Complete Application Activity 14 “Self-Actualization”

8. Discussion Questions What is self-actualization?
Is self-actualization a factor of age or maturity?
Would you prefer your friends to be self-actualized? Why or why not?
Do you agree with Maslow about his criteria for self-actualization?

9. Homework Read Chapter 14.4 “Humanistic and Cognitive Theories”
Pgs
Complete Section 4 Assessment
Pg. 397
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