MASLOWS HIERCHY OF NEEDS

abraham maslow

father of humanistic psychology

made the hierchy of needs

physiological needs, safety needs, love and belonging, esteem, self-actualization

Maslow’s needs in his hierchy

physiological needs

These are the biological requirements for human survival. If these needs are not met, the human body cannot function optimally

safety needs

the need for security and safety

physical safety, economic safety, stability

components of safety needs

love and belonging

The need for interpersonal relationships motivates behavior.

social connection and affection

components for love and belonging

esteem

divided into 2 categories 1. ____ for oneself, 2. the desire for reputationor respect from others

self-esteem, reputation, growth

components of esteem

self-actualization

“What a man can be, he must be." This level refers to the realization of a person's potential, self-fulfillment, seeking personal growth and peak experiences.

potential, expression, unique

components of self-actualization

deficiency needs (d-needs)

The first four levels (physiological, safety, love, esteem)

arises due to deprivation. Motivation decreases as needs are met

growth needs (b-needs)

The top level (self-actualization)

arises from desire to grow. Motivation increases as needs are met