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Hierarchy of needs theory. By: Umo Aly (111100119) Under Graduate Studies (BBA) Albukhary International University, Kedah, Malaysia. What is hierarchy of needs theory ?. This theory is used to understand what motivates people. How can we use this theory?.
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Hierarchy of needs theory By: UmoAly(111100119) Under Graduate Studies (BBA) Albukhary International University, Kedah, Malaysia.
Physiological needs Are the physical requirements for human survival.
Example: Air, water, and food are metabolicrequirements.
Safety Needs When physical needs relatively satisfied, the individual's safety needs take precedence and dominatebehavior.
Including: • Personal and financial security • Health and well-being • Safety net against accidents/illness and adverse impacts
Example: A women needs to be protected and secured out of any crime.
Love and belonging needs The third level of human needs is interpersonal and involves feelings of belongingness.
Self-Esteem Needs Self- esteem presents the typical human desire to be accepted and valued by others
2 versions of self-esteem: The lower version is the need for respect from others The higher version manifests itself as the need for self-respect
Example: A man have a need for strength, mastery, self-confidence and freedom. Lack of these needs may lead to a weaknessor helplessness.
Self-actualization Realizing potential, fulfillment, seeking growth and high experiences.
Example: One girl might have the strong desire to become an ideal mother. For others, it may be expressed in artsor sports.
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