Maslows Theory Maslows theory maintains that a person

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Maslow’s Theory Maslow’s theory maintains that a person does not feel a higher need

Maslow’s Theory Maslow’s theory maintains that a person does not feel a higher need until the needs of the current level have been satisfied. Maslow's basic needs are as follows:

Basic Human Needs u Food u Air u Water u Clothing *If these needs

Basic Human Needs u Food u Air u Water u Clothing *If these needs aren’t met, they will control your behavior. Physiological Needs

Safety and Security Safety Needs u Protection u Stability u Pain Avoidance u Routine/Order

Safety and Security Safety Needs u Protection u Stability u Pain Avoidance u Routine/Order . *These needs consist of staying away from harm, secure employment, and health.

Love and Belonging Social Needs u Affection u Acceptance u Inclusion *You need to

Love and Belonging Social Needs u Affection u Acceptance u Inclusion *You need to find people that accept you for who you are so that you can identify with someone.

Social Needs The desire to belong u We want to be needed u We

Social Needs The desire to belong u We want to be needed u We want to be accepted u We need to feel loved by others u

Esteem Needs u Self-Respect u Self-Esteem Respected by Others *When we have mastered this

Esteem Needs u Self-Respect u Self-Esteem Respected by Others *When we have mastered this level, we don’t have to impress others. We are comfortable with ourselves. u

Esteem Needs u Two types Competency u Attention and recognition u Admiration has to

Esteem Needs u Two types Competency u Attention and recognition u Admiration has to do with the need for power u Self-Concept comes into play u u How I see myself + how I think other see me

u u Self-Actualizationu u Achieve full potential Fulfillment They live simple, ordered lives. They

u u Self-Actualizationu u Achieve full potential Fulfillment They live simple, ordered lives. They have characteristics of goodness, truthfulness, and beauty. They are independent and resist conforming to culture. Very few people reach this stage.

Summary Self-Actualization Esteem Belonging Safety Physiological

Summary Self-Actualization Esteem Belonging Safety Physiological

Concept You have to meet your needs at each level before you can progress

Concept You have to meet your needs at each level before you can progress to higher levels. u Once your lower level needs are met, you are no longer motivated by them. u