Dennis, a psychologist, conducts a survey on why most people tend to help a crying child. After the survey, he explains that mos
t people help a crying child because they choose to live by higher values such as altruism. In this scenario, Dennis’s explanation is reflective of the _____ approach to psychology.
Humanistic approach to psychology: The humanistic perspective was introduced by Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow.
It highlighted the good and empathetic nature of human behavior. It helps the psychologist to increase a person's self-actualization or self-image while taking psychotherapy or counseling session. Self-actualization or self-image or self-efficacy is the basis that makes a person feel worthwhile. It helps a person to maximize his or her well-being and to fulfill potential.
Dennis’s explanation is reflective of the humanistic approach to psychology.
