Humanistic Psychology

Definition

Humanistic psychology is an approach that emphasizes empathy and stresses the good in human behavior. It strives to help people fulfill their potential and maximize their well-being.

Related terms

Self-Actualization:

The realization or fulfillment of one's talents and potentialities, especially considered as a drive or need present in everyone.

Empathy:

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

Positive Psychology:

A branch of psychology that focuses on the study and promotion of positive aspects of human experience, such as happiness, optimism, creativity etc.