Hierarchy of needs Flashcards
1
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Maslow’s theory
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Maslow’s view of personality suggests that individuals need their basic needs met before they can start fulfilling their potential
2
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Basic needs
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Physiological needs- food, water, warmth, rest
Safety needs- security and safety
3
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Psychological needs
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Belongingness and love needs- Intimate relationships and friends
Esteem needs- prestige and feelings of accomplishment
4
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Self-fulfilment needs
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Self-actualisation- Achieving one’s full potential
5
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Strengths of Maslow’s theory
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It is a positive theory
It highlights the importance of basic needs
6
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Weaknesses of Maslow’s theory
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It focuses on western culture-Not generalisable
The concepts are hard to measure- Unscientific
