1. Abraham Maslow (1908-1970) Hierarchy of Needs
Pioneer of Psychology

2. What are 5 things you cant live without?

3. Reaching Potential Belonging Safety Physical Feeling Recognized
Self Actualization- Striving to become the best you can be
Need to be appreciated and valued by family, friends, and peers
Feeling Recognized
Belonging
Need to be loved
Safety
Protection from harm
Basic Needs- Food , water, sleep, shelter
Physical

4. Read pages 170-171, & 175-177 Write each question and answer
What are five characteristics of good mental health?
List 5 signs of good mental/emotional health.
What does self actualization mean?
List the 4 components included in your personality
What are the two main influences on your personality?

5. 5 characteristics of good mental health
Positive self-esteem
Sense of belonging
Sense of purpose
Positive outlook
Autonomy

6. Sign of good emotional health
Realistic about strengths and weaknesses
Responsible for personal behavior
Avoid high risk behaviors
Open minded, flexible and able to see several sides of an issue
Fun loving and able to relax with others
Respects both their own needs and needs of others
Respect each persons values as a human being
Invest time and energy in developing nurturing relationships
Express their emotions in ways that do not hurt themselves or others
Put their talents and abilities to good use
View change as a challenge and an opportunity

7. Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs
Physical
Safety
Belonging
Feeling recognized
Reaching potential

8. Components of your personality
Emotional makeup
Attitudes
Thoughts
Behaviors

9. Main influences on your personality
Heredity
environment