Humanistic Theory Versus Maslow's Hierarchy Of Need Theory

Having a well understanding of mental health theories is what shapes mental health nurses and physicians to treat patients individually. These theories are not used to “focus on a cure, but instead emphasizes living adaptively with chronic mental illness” (Varcarolis, 2017, pg.19). There are many mental health theories to help explain what we as health care professionals can do to help the client become an individual accustomed within society. Both the Humanistic and Interpersonal theories are both a part of the recovery care model to ensure proper functioning of the individual of both their self-acceptance and ability to carry relationships with others. Both theories contain similarity and contrasting ideas, but overall both “theorists believed

This theory the individual is responsible for their lives and their actions to have the freedom and willingness to change their attitude and behavior. This theory is the study of the whole person to focus on their positivity and strength individually to develop a stronger sense of self and safety to gain a sense of meaning in their life. According to Maslow, “The needs are placed conceptually on a 5 tier pyramid, with the most basic and important needs on the lower level. The higher levels, the more distinctly human needs, occupy the top sections of the pyramid. According to Maslow, when lower level needs are met, higher level needs are able to emerge” (Varcarolis, 2017, pg.23). This theory is a motivational theory used to explore intrapersonal issues such as, depression, anxiety, and self-acceptance while using therapeutic communication to ensure the best possible

He believed that “personality dynamics and disorders were caused primarily by social forces and interpersonal situations and human beings are driven by the need for interaction” (Varcarolis, 2017, pg.20). The Interpersonal theory is what occurs between two or more people with nonverbal and verbal communication with increasing social support system of the individual. This theory can provide insight into the causes and cures of mental disorders. “It is a hands on system which therapists actively guide and challenge maladaptive behaviors and distorted views” (Varcarolis, 2017, pg.22). Harry Sullivan believed that “anxiety is an interpersonal phenomenon brought about by interaction” (Varcarolis, 2017, pg.22). “Interpersonal therapy is unique in that it focuses on one or two specific problem areas and is designed to bring about a rapid reduction in symptoms: Improved relationships, Skills for coping in healthier ways, or Reduction of self-destructive or hostile behaviors (Interpersonal Therapy What Is It, 2015, para.