Abraham Maslow 1908 1970 Hierarchy of Needs Pioneer
Abraham Maslow (1908 -1970) Hierarchy of Needs Pioneer of Psychology
What are 5 things you cant live without?
Reaching Potential Need to be appreciated and valued by family, friends, and peers Belonging Protection from harm Physical Self Actualization- Striving to become the best you can be Feeling Recognized Need to be loved Safety Basic Needs- Food , water, sleep, shelter
Read pages 170 -171, & 175 -177 • Write each question and answer 1. What are five characteristics of good mental health? 2. List 5 signs of good mental/emotional health. 3. What does self actualization mean? 4. List the 4 components included in your personality 5. What are the two main influences on your personality?
5 characteristics of good mental health 1. Positive self-esteem 2. Sense of belonging 3. Sense of purpose 4. Positive outlook 5. Autonomy
Sign of good emotional health • Realistic about strengths and weaknesses • Responsible for personal behavior • Avoid high risk behaviors • Open minded, flexible and able to see several sides of an issue • Fun loving and able to relax with others • Respects both their own needs and needs of others • Respect each persons values as a human being • Invest time and energy in developing nurturing relationships • Express their emotions in ways that do not hurt themselves or others • Put their talents and abilities to good use • View change as a challenge and an opportunity
Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs 1. Physical 2. Safety 3. Belonging 4. Feeling recognized 5. Reaching potential
Components of your personality 1. Emotional makeup 2. Attitudes 3. Thoughts 4. Behaviors
Main influences on your personality • Heredity • environment
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