Maslow's need hierarchy theory: a motivational theory of needs that is arranged in a hierarchy pyramid that asserts that people are motivated to fulfil a higher need as a lower one becomes satified or met
the pyramid in inverted order: (so from the lowest to the highest)
Maslow also includes the desire to know (knowledge) and desire for aesthetic beauty as two innate drives that do not fit within the hierarchy
Other things you should know:
- you can be motivated by several needs but the strongest one woudl be the lowest level that has not been satisfied yet
- you have to satisfy the lower needs to go up the hierarchy
- isn't the ideal model because people do not necessarily follow the same order as the hierarchy (doesn't take into account the specific situation so this model cant be used in every case)
I learnt this in psyc class, this is part of my notes from a lecture
hierarchy of needs
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Explain the advantages and disadvantages of Best Buy's different employee programs using Maslows hierarchy of needs theory reinforcement theory and expectancy theory?
physiological safety security social self esteem ego and self actualization needs
Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory proposed that individuals have a pyramid of needs, ranging from basic physiological requirements to self-actualization, which must be fulfilled in a specific order for personal growth and fulfillment.
Self-actualization: When you fulfill the other levels, yo get to the self-actualization level, which is when you find what you are best in and try to reach your full potential.
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, from bottom to top, includes the following levels: physiological needs (basic survival needs like food and water), safety needs (security and stability), love and belonging (social relationships and connections), esteem needs (self-esteem and recognition), and finally, self-actualization (realizing personal potential and self-fulfillment).
Physiological
he is an American theorist who is most famous for his hierarchy of needs, which encompass everything from basic needs to self-actualisation in order to demonstrate what motivates people
In Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, the needs that must be met first are the physiological needs, such as breathing, eating, sleeping, sex, homeostasis and excretion. Once these needs are met, then man can focus on needs of "safety" and so on and so forth until a man can focus on Self-Actualization.
In "The Karate Kid," the character of Daniel LaRusso starts off with basic physiological needs like hunger, which is part of Maslow's hierarchy. As he gains confidence and security through his karate training with Mr. Miyagi, he moves up the hierarchy to fulfill higher needs like belongingness and self-esteem, which help reduce his aggression and build his self-confidence. Ultimately, his journey reflects Maslow's theory of human motivation and needs fulfillment.
Medical assistants need to be familiar with Maslow's hierarchy of needs because it helps them understand the motivations and behaviors of patients. By recognizing where patients fall within the hierarchy—from basic physiological needs to self-actualization—they can better address their emotional and psychological health, leading to improved patient care. Additionally, this knowledge aids in creating a supportive environment that promotes healing and enhances patient communication. Overall, it fosters a holistic approach to healthcare.