1. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Theory
By: Nicholous
Matthew
Justin
Luke

2. Basics of the Maslow Hierarchy of Needs Theory
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is a theory in psychology proposed by Abraham Maslow in 1943.
Maslow’s theory proposes that as humans meet “basic needs”, we look to satisfy “higher needs” that occupy a our mind set.
Maslow’s theory is depicted as a pyramid in four levels: the first three are deficiency needs (lack of), and the top level is growth needs.
When each level of need is accomplished, the next level of need becomes dominate. Therefore, no need is ever satisfied, motivation excels individuals to feel satisfied.

3. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Pyramid

4. Physiological Needs
Bottom Level of the pyramid, the physiology needs of the human organism, consist of:
the need to breathe
the need to drink water
the need to interact
the need to eat
the need to dispose bodily waste

5. Safety Needs
Second Level of the pyramid, the safety needs of the human organism, consist of:
Physical safety (safety from aggression, violence)
Security of employment
Security of resources
Mind & Moral security
Family security
Health security
Security of personal property against social indifferences such as crime

6. Love/ Belonging Needs
Third Level of the pyramid, involving emotional-based relationships, the love/belonging needs of the human organism, consist of:
Friendship
Sexual intimacy
Support and Communication with family

7. Esteem Needs
Forth Level of the pyramid, the esteem needs of the human organism, consist of:
Self-esteem
Confidence
Personal Achievement
Respect of others
Attaining respect by others

8. Self-actualization
Fifth Level of the pyramid, the Growth needs category, the self-actualization. Self-actualization people are the following:
Acknowledge the facts and realities of the world instead of rejecting or denying them
Reactive to ideas and actions
Creative
Interest in solving problems, usually the problems of others
Feel closeness of others, and appreciates life
Conforms to rules; independent from outside authority
Objective to surrounds (are receptive of others instead of prejudice)
“Self Actualization is the intrinsic growth of what is already in the organism, or more accurately, of what the organism is.” -(Psychological Review, 1949)

9. Resources
Fundamentals of Management, Robbins & DeCenzo & Stuart-Kotze, Chapter Nine, Pg. 240 “What is Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Theory?”