What is Humanistic Psychology?

Question

I have an older relative whom i last saw as a small child. We haven't talked for many years. I am trying to contact him; he is a Professor of Human Psychology. I'd like to be able to learn more about what he does; can someone give me a general description of the aforementioned field or refer me to some sites where I can find some helpful information? Thank you in advance.

Answer 1

Humanists are psycholigists who specialise in the realm of emotion, memory and providing an atmosphere of understanding for clients in order that they should feel comfortable enouh to 'open up' - both to themselves and their therapists. A famous humanist is Carl Rogers and Rogerian theory is very popular in this field.
It may also be helpful to know that psychology is currently divided into two staunch schools of thought - Humanists and Scientists. I could go on about this but suffice to say that Humanists deal with the mind and the premise that each individual is different and valid, and Scientists are trying to prove that psychology is a hard science. I belong to the Humanist field, essentailly...
I am in Australia, but if you're in the States you could try looking at the Amerian Psychological Association web site - you will find links there that should help.
You are very lucky to have a relative like this - I would love to talk to someone like that about thier take on things.
If you need more info you can get in touch through the avatar. Have fun!

Answer 2

You can read Abraham Maslow and Carl Rogers. They are humanistic psychologists because they believe in the potentials of human beings.

Answer 3

I know something abbout it, but do a Google search on it and you will find all you ever wanted to know about it and more. God Bless you for wanting to find out more about what your older relative does.