AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -There are five levels in Maslow’s pyramid. The bottom two levels are physiological needs and safety needs which, together, make up basic needs. Next are social and esteem needs-also referred to as psychological needs. Self-actualization needs are at the top level of Maslow’s pyramid.

Detailed explanation-2: -#1: Physiological Needs Physiological needs are the lowest level of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. They are the most essential things a person needs to survive. They include the need for shelter, water, food, warmth, rest, and health.

Detailed explanation-3: -The original hierarchy of needs five-stage model includes: 1. Physiological needs-these are biological requirements for human survival, e.g. air, food, drink, shelter, clothing, warmth, sex, sleep. If these needs are not satisfied the human body cannot function optimally.

Detailed explanation-4: -Basic bodily necessities, such as the need for food, drink, sleep, and warmth, lie at the bottom of the pyramid. People can go on to the next level of wants, which are for safety and security if these lower-level demands have been fulfilled.