PSYC 1000 Chapter Notes - Chapter 11.3: Motivation, Overjustification Effect, Belongingness
16 Mar 2017
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Needs associated with our basic physiological survival more important than social or achievement needs. Once survival needs are met, then we can move to higher-level needs such as belonging or the need for self esteem. At the highest point of this model lies self-actualization, the point at which a person reaches his or her full potential as a creative, deep- thinking, and accepting human being. The idea that we must fulfill one need before moving on to the next is simplistic-it is possible to have multiple motivations simultaneously. The hierarchy appeared to be biased to a western culture. The need to belong (affiliation motivation) is the motivation to maintain relationships that involve pleasant feelings such as warmth, affection, appreciation, and mutual concern for each person"s well being. An individual must have the sense that these feelings are part of a permanent relationship. A strong sense of belonging appears to be fundamental.
