num_pages: 405
description: When Abraham H. Maslow introduced the world to Humanistic Theory a 'third force' in psychology was born (Behaviorism &amp; Psychoanalytical theory being the first and second). As the name suggests humanistic theory concerns itself with characteristics which are distinctly human.Arguably the best known example of such a characteristic is Self-Actualization an innate motivating force unique to the human species. It was in this landmark publication that Maslow provided the first published representation of Self-Actualization at the pinnicle of a hierarchy of human needs. According to Maslow Self-Actualization refers to the desire for self-fulfillment in essence to become everything that one is capable of becoming. This classic publication is essential reading for psychology students educators and professionals.Hierarchy of Needs: A Theory of Human Motivation (Kindle Edition) forms part of an initiative by the website www.all-about-psychology.com to make important insightful and engaging psychology publications widely available.
language: English
title: Hierarchy of Needs: A Theory of Human Motivation
publisher: None