Assistive Technology Maslows Hierarchy of Needs Lorrie Garcia

Assistive Technology & Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Lorrie Garcia December 2012

Level 1 Physiological Needs Food Air Water

Level 2 Safety Needs Safe Secure Free from turmoil

Level 3 Belonging and Love Needs Love Affection Acceptance

FACELAND "Schools" are based on the hypothesis that some children will build skill in facial recognition of emotion. Promotes clue acquisition via repetition Check for understanding Combined clues for “part to whole” learning Incorporates photos, mirror mimic sessions, and varied interaction in the instruction

Level 4 Esteem Needs Self-Esteem Respect Confidence

Level 5 Actualization Needs Satisfaction True Happiness Self-Awareness Contenment

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