Maslow’s Hierarchy of Human Needs Connections to the movie Cast Away, starring Tom Hanks and Wilson.

Unit Terms Need Esteem Self-Actualization Stability Security Affection Acceptance Companionship  Growth Metacognition Approval Ethical Potential Compassionate Humanity Crisis Maslow’s Hierarchy of Human Needs Temperament

Human Development The process of growing into maturity Development is described in three domains, but growth in one domain influences the other domains. Physical Domain: body size, body proportions, appearance, brain development, motor development, perception capacities, physical health. Cognitive Domain: thought processes and intellectual abilities including attention, memory, problem solving, imagination, creativity, academic and everyday knowledge, metacognition, and language. Social/Emotional Domain: self-knowledge (self-esteem, metacognition, sexual identity, ethnic identity), moral reasoning, understanding and expression of emotions, self-regulation, temperament, understanding others, interpersonal skills, and friendships.

Understanding Growth and Development What is a theory? Orderly set of ideas which describe, explain, and predict behavior. Why are theories important? To give meaning to what we observe. As a basis for action -- finding ways to improve the lives and education of children

Abraham Maslow A Psychologist who was interested in human potential, seeking peak experiences and improving mental health.

What Motivates you? Take the next 45 seconds and discuss with your partner(s) the things that motivate you. Rank your top 3 motivators.

Maslow’s Theory Esteem Love and Belonging Safety and Security Physical Self-Actualization Esteem Love and Belonging Safety and Security Physical

Physical Needs Physical Food Sleep Exercise Shelter Water Air Some may want to delete the word sex, depending on teacher’s comfort level and maturity of students. Physical

Safety and Security Needs Stability Freedom from Danger Financial Security Personal Safety Windows and Doors with Locks Safety and Security

Love and Belonging Needs Affection Approval Companionship Acceptance Love and Belonging

Esteem Needs Esteem Self Respect Pride Meaningful Career Respect from others Self Respect Pride Meaningful Career Esteem

Self-Actualization Self- Actualization Fulfilling one’s potential Concern for Humanity Ethical Compassionate Creative Self- Actualization

Reflection Where are your top three motivators on the Needs Pyramid?

The Theory First concern is to fulfill the lowest level of unsatisfied need Motivation to satisfy needs produces growth When need is met, it becomes less important and the next level of need becomes the focus If needs are not met, misbehavior or mental illness may occur During crisis decisions will be made to secure basic needs

Making the Connection with Film

Youtube video demonstrating… Maslow according to Movies Video Clip

What do you think? Write a reflection on the ideas discussed in the YouTube video. Describe a movie that you have noticed the Hierarchy of Needs being displayed. If you have viewed any of the films shown at the end, how do you feel the creator of the video has connected Maslow to the film?

Connection to Castaway Chuck had everything until the crash. Now he is on an uninhabited island and is working to meet his basic human needs. Watch the following clip. Cast Away Introduction.

Connection to Cast Away In the movie Cast Away, Chuck has to supply his basic physical needs with things he finds on the island; like coconuts, fish & crabs (raw at first), gather water and create a shelter tent. Physical

Connection to Castaway Chuck’s life changes forever. His safety and security is taken away. Watch the Plane Crash Safety and Security

Connection to Castaway Chuck has family and friends that love him. Before the accident Chuck gave his girlfriend an engagement ring and then said, I'll be right back! Love and Belonging

Connection to Cast Away Fire means a lot to Chuck. It is a signal for search planes and no more raw food! I HAVE MADE FIRE! Esteem

Connection to Castaway What areas of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Human Needs do you see in this clip: Never Again, Never Again

Connection to Castaway Would you be brave enough to sail away from the island? Escape to Sea

Connection to Cast Away During crisis decisions will be made to secure basic needs: I'm Sorry Wilson! What would you do?

Connection to Cast Away What would you do if you were Standing at the Crossroads

If you were Chuck, what would you do next? Time to Reflect After watching this last clip, please write a reflection answer to the following question: If you were Chuck, what would you do next?