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Maslow's (1943, 1954) hierarchy of needs is a motivational theory in psychology comprising a five tier model of human needs, often depicted as hierarchical levels within a pyramid. Maslow stated that people are motivated to achieve certain needs and that some needs take precedence over others.
Image Credit http://kuow.org/post/how-did-abraham-maslow-change-psychology Abraham Maslow As PDF Abraham Maslow was a renowned psychologist whose biggest contribution to the field of psychology is the Maslowâs Need Hierarchy theory. He believed that all human beings strive to achieve satisfaction in life through the fulfillment of certain needs. He had an intensely sad and unhappy childhood and had to face several hurdles while growing up.