According to Maslow's hierarchy , what is the greatest need?

Answer 1

physiological needs, like hunger, thirst, bodily functions, ability to breathe.

Answer 2

The answer depends on the definition of "greatest." Maslow would argue that our most fundamental needs (the one at the base of the pyramid) are food, water, shelter - the basics for avoiding death in the immediate future. At the top of his pyramid is "self-actualization" which is a new (and somewhat nondescript) way of saying coming to a more complete understanding of oneself, or becoming self aware. So if greatest means final, or is intended to set us apart from most of humankind, then self-actualization would be the greatest. If greatest references most important, you're going to have a hard time getting beyond the need for a glass of water every few days . . .

Answer 3

According to Maslow, the basics one requires are the physiological needs - food, water, air, sex, sleep, etc. The pyramid that illustrates the hierarchy is a good tool to remember them, in my opinion.

Answer 4

I would say that the greatest need is self-actualization. It is the apex of Maslow's hierarchy of needs.

Answer 5

To grow, to actualize our essential potential beyond mere physicality.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maslow%27s_hierarchy

"The basic concept is that the higher needs in this hierarchy only come into focus once all the needs that are lower down in the pyramid are mainly or entirely satisfied. Once an individual has moved past a level, those needs will no longer be prioritized. However, if a lower set of needs is continually unmet for an extended period of time, the individual will temporarily re-prioritize those needs - dropping down to that level until those lower needs are reasonably satisfied again. Innate growth forces constantly create upward movement in the hierarchy unless basic needs remain unmet indefinitely."

Answer 6

Physiological ones

Answer 7

physiological needs, most importantly the need to breathe.

Answer 8

physiological needs.

Answer 9

water

Answer 10

to belong