MOTIVATION AND PERSONALITY

Discover the key work of Abraham Maslow, one of the most influential psychologists of the 20th century. His theories of motivation and self-realization continue to inspire and are used in many fields of science. Get to know an in-depth analysis of human needs and understand how to achieve your full potential.

• In-depth analysis of Maslow's theories of motivation
• Critique of behavioral approaches
• Concept of hierarchically arranged needs
• Considerations on psychopathology and normality
• Model of the self-actualizing person
• Analysis of the reception of Maslow's thought in various disciplines
• Comprehensive bibliography of the author's works

Abraham Maslow, considered one of the most creative psychologists of the 20th century, presents a reliable organization of material in his key work "Motivation and Personality." The introduction by Robert Frager contains an accurate description of the publication's content, along with a biographical note about the author and a list of the main categories of Maslow's concept, which facilitates further reading.

The main text of the book is divided into four separate parts. The first part is Maslow's original lecture on motivation theory, which is a critique of behavioral approaches. It is based on the concept of hierarchically arranged needs, the dynamics of which are governed by specific rules that determine the order of their appearance and gratification.

The second part is devoted to considerations on psychopathology and normality, in which Maslow analyzes the causes of destructiveness and indicates the psychotherapeutic nature of "good" interpersonal relationships. In the third part, using contemporary and historical figures as examples, Maslow builds one of his most famous models: the self-actualizing person, devoting much space to the trait of creativity.

The whole is closed by a chapter on the methodology of the humanities, in which he postulates the adoption of a holistic perspective in the approach to humans. An additional advantage of this edition is the analysis of the reception of Maslow's thought in various disciplines, along with the available literature and a comprehensive bibliography of the author's works, included at the end.

This book is not only a compendium of knowledge, but also an inspiration to better understand yourself and others. It allows you to better understand the motivations that guide our actions and to discover the potential that lies within each of us. Whether you are a psychology student, a practicing therapist, or simply a person interested in personal development, this book is sure to enrich your knowledge and perspective.

Edition: Pages: 404, Format: 206x143 mm. Year: Year of publication: 2006, cover: paperback. Publisher: Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN. Number of pages: 404. Cover: paperback. Format: 206x143 mm.