Week 8 — The Self: Humanistic & Social Identity Theories

These flashcards cover key concepts from the lecture on Humanistic and Social Identity Theories, focusing on definitions and important ideas related to self-development and social interactions.

Self-Actualisation

The process of realizing and fulfilling one's potential and creativity.

Congruence

Alignment between the real self and ideal self, leading to authenticity and well-being.

Incongruence

A mismatch between the real and ideal self, resulting in tension, anxiety, and conflict.

Self-Esteem

How much you like, value, or accept yourself, often influenced by others' perceptions.

Self-Image

The way you see yourself, including traits, strengths, and weaknesses.

Ideal Self

The person you aspire to be, encompassing your goals and aspirations.

Rogers’ Client-Centred Therapy

A therapeutic approach emphasizing empathy and unconditional positive regard to help clients align their real and ideal selves.

Hierarchy of Needs

A theory by Maslow that categorizes human motivation into five layers: physiological, safety, love/belonging, esteem, and self-actualisation.

Meta-Needs (B-values)

Higher-level needs that include truth, beauty, wholeness, justice, playfulness, and self-sufficiency.

Social Identity Theory

The theory that part of our identity is influenced by the social groups we belong to.

In-group

The group to which an individual belongs, often associated with loyalty and pride.

Out-group

Groups that individuals do not belong to, which can lead to stereotyping and distrust.

Prosocial Behaviour

Actions intended to benefit others, typically associated with in-group dynamics.

Antisocial Behaviour

Actions that are harmful to others, often arising from out-group bias.