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What is Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?

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A theory that fulfilling simple needs is required before meeting complex needs.

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What are social and esteem needs in Maslow's theory?

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Social needs involve relationships and belonging, while esteem needs involve self-respect and respect from others.

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What is the significance of physiological needs in Maslow's Hierarchy?

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Physiological needs are the basic requirements for human survival, such as air, food, water, and shelter.

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What is self-actualization according to Maslow?

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Self-actualization is the realization of one's potential and the pursuit of personal growth and peak experiences.

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What is the relationship between physiological needs and security needs?

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Most humans have basic needs like food and shelter in order to feel secure.

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What can result from unmet social needs?

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Depression is a possible result of unmet social needs.

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How can Maslow's theory be applied in psychology?

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A psychologist uses it to understand what kinds of activities to suggest for a person who was formerly part of a gang.

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What is an example of a lower need compared to self-respect?

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Respect of others is considered a higher need than self-respect.

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Can all human behavior be explained by Maslow's theory?

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No, some people never reach self-actualization, indicating there are exceptions to the theory.

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What is the order of needs in Maslow's Hierarchy?

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The order is: Physiological, Safety, Love/Belonging, Esteem, Self-Actualization.