Basic Human Needs

Definition

Fundamental physiological and psychological needs that individuals require for survival and well-being.

Related terms

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: A theory that categorizes human needs into a hierarchical structure where lower-level needs must be satisfied before higher-level needs can be addressed.

Homeostasis:

The body's tendency to maintain internal stability by regulating various physiological processes in response to changing external conditions.

Instinct Theory:

A perspective suggesting that certain behaviors are innate and driven by biological factors rather than learned or acquired through experience.