Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
1 Self Actualization Needs
(full potential)
2 Esteem Needs
(self respect, personal worth, autonomy)
3 Love and Belongingness Needs
(love, friendship, comradeship)
4 Safety Needs
(security; protection from harm)
5 Physiological Needs
(food, sleep, stimulation, activity)
Maslow's Levels Detailed
Self Actualization - Fulfilment Needs. This is the rare level where people have need of purpose, personal growth and realization of their potentials. This is the point where people start to become fully functional, acting purely on their own volition and having a healthy personality.
Ego - Self Esteem Needs. We need to believe in ourselves and have healthy pride. At this level we need self-respect, and respect from others.
Social - Love and Belongingness Needs. At this level the needs of love from family and friends are important.
Security - Safety Needs. Here we might include living in a safe area away from threats. This level is more likely to be found in children as they have a greater need to feel safe.
Body - Physiological Needs. On this level are the very basic needs for air, warmth, food, sleep, stimulation and activity. People can die due to lack of biological needs and equilibrium (homeostasis).