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What is the primary characteristic of self-actualizing people?
What is the primary characteristic of self-actualizing people?
- They are only interested in fulfilling their basic needs
- They are self-aware and concerned with personal growth (correct)
- They are concerned with the opinions of others
- They are always focused on achieving wealth and fame
What is the phrase that Maslow used to describe the need to achieve one's full potential?
What is the phrase that Maslow used to describe the need to achieve one's full potential?
- Reach for the stars
- Be all you can be
- What a man can be, he must be (correct)
- Always strive for excellence
What type of needs does self-actualization belong to?
What type of needs does self-actualization belong to?
- Psychological needs
- Basic needs
- Growth needs (correct)
- Deficiency needs
What is the condition for fulfilling self-actualization needs according to Maslow?
What is the condition for fulfilling self-actualization needs according to Maslow?
What is a criticism of Maslow's theory?
What is a criticism of Maslow's theory?
What is another term for self-actualization needs?
What is another term for self-actualization needs?
What is a characteristic of self-actualizing people according to Maslow?
What is a characteristic of self-actualizing people according to Maslow?
What is a limitation of Maslow's theory?
What is a limitation of Maslow's theory?
What is the ultimate goal of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?
What is the ultimate goal of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?
What motivates people to move from one level to the next in Maslow's Hierarchy?
What motivates people to move from one level to the next in Maslow's Hierarchy?
What is the significance of fulfilling physiological needs?
What is the significance of fulfilling physiological needs?
What happens when safety and security needs are not met?
What happens when safety and security needs are not met?
What is the role of self-actualization in Maslow's Hierarchy?
What is the role of self-actualization in Maslow's Hierarchy?
What is the order of needs in Maslow's Hierarchy, from lowest to highest?
What is the order of needs in Maslow's Hierarchy, from lowest to highest?
What is a characteristic of safety and security needs?
What is a characteristic of safety and security needs?
What is an example of a physiological need?
What is an example of a physiological need?
What is often referred to as 'basic needs' in Maslow's hierarchy?
What is often referred to as 'basic needs' in Maslow's hierarchy?
According to Maslow's hierarchy, which level involves the need to feel a sense of belonging and acceptance?
According to Maslow's hierarchy, which level involves the need to feel a sense of belonging and acceptance?
What is a result of not meeting the Love and Belonging needs according to Maslow's hierarchy?
What is a result of not meeting the Love and Belonging needs according to Maslow's hierarchy?
What is the fourth level in Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
What is the fourth level in Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
What is included in Esteem needs according to Maslow's hierarchy?
What is included in Esteem needs according to Maslow's hierarchy?
What is a result of not meeting Esteem needs according to Maslow's hierarchy?
What is a result of not meeting Esteem needs according to Maslow's hierarchy?
What is Self-esteem according to Maslow's hierarchy?
What is Self-esteem according to Maslow's hierarchy?
What are the two categories of Esteem needs according to Maslow's hierarchy?
What are the two categories of Esteem needs according to Maslow's hierarchy?
Study Notes
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
- Basic needs consist of physiological and safety needs.
Physiological Needs
- Most basic needs in Maslow's hierarchy
- Essential for physical survival
- Examples: air, food, drink, shelter, clothing, warmth, sleep, and health
- If not met, the body cannot function properly
- Motivation comes from instinct to survive
Safety Needs
- Need for a safe and secure environment
- Desire for order, predictability, and control
- Examples: emotional security, financial security, law and order, health and freedom from fear
- Examples of actions motivated by safety needs: finding a job, obtaining health insurance, healthcare, and moving to a safer neighborhood
- If not met, the individual feels fear and anxiety
Love and Belonging (Social) Needs
- Need to feel a sense of belonging and acceptance
- Includes feeling loved and feeling love towards others
- Motivated by natural instinct to interact
- Involves romantic relationships, connections to family and friends, and belonging to a social group
- If not met, the individual feels lonely and depressed
Esteem Needs
- Need for appreciation and respect
- Includes self-esteem, personal worth, and feeling valued by others
- Two categories: self-esteem (feeling confident and good about oneself) and respect (feeling valued by others)
- If not met, the individual may feel unimportant, less confident, and develop a feeling of inferiority
Self-Actualization Needs
- Need to achieve full potential as human beings
- Self-actualizing people are self-aware, concerned with personal growth, and less concerned with others' opinions
- Can only be met once all other needs are satisfied
- Examples: personal growth, fulfilling potential, and achieving one's goals
Types of Needs
- Deficiency needs: physiological, security, social, and esteem needs (arise due to deprivation)
- Growth needs: self-actualization needs (stem from a desire to grow as a person)
Criticisms of Maslow's Theory
- Needs may not follow a hierarchical sequence
- Theory is difficult to test, especially self-actualization needs
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Quiz about Maslow's hierarchy of needs, including basic needs, safety needs, and love and belonging needs.
