Carl Rogers Hierarchy Of Needs

A basic concept of motivation; every human being is different and each seeks to meet their needs, from the most basic to the higher nature. The concept of hierarchy of needs of Maslow proposed in his theory of personality, displays a series of requirements regarding that every individual are structurally organized (like a pyramid), according to a biological determination caused by genetic constitution of the individual. In the lower part of the structure and the highest priority at the top of lower priority needs are located. According to the structure physiological needs: These needs are the first priority of the individual and are related to survival. Safety needs: your satisfaction is sought the creation and maintenance of a state of order and security. Social needs: after meeting the physiological and safety needs, motivation is given by the social needs. Needs of recognition: also known as the needs of the ego or self-esteem. Auto needs improvement: also known as self-realization or self-actualization, which makes it ideal for every individual.
Carl Rogers was born on January 8, 1902 in Oak Park, Illinois, in a Chicago
In other words, consider mental health as the normal progression of life, and understand mental illness, criminality, and other human problems, as distortions of the natural tendency. Also, does not have to do with Freud that Rogers' theory is simple in principle. In this sense, it is not only simple, but also stylish. Rogers' theory is built from a single "life force" that calls the actualizing tendency. This can be defined as an innate motivation present in every life form addressed to develop their potential to the highest possible limit. We're not just talking about survival: Rogers understood that all creatures seek to make the best of their existence, and if they fail in their purpose, was not for lack of