A. Maslow. The basic needs would be arranged according to a hierarchy.
In such a way that some would be higher priority than others, and only when the lower ones were covered could it be promoted. Maslow (1954) highlighted the following:
• Physiological needs. They are at the base of the pyramid and are the ones with the most force. Human beings need to meet vital minimums in order to function. A person lacking food, security, love, and esteem would probably feel physical hunger more strongly than any other need.
• Security needs. In general, we all have a tendency to stability, to organize and structure our environment. It is not easy to live permanently "out in the open" and hence we look for minimums that give us security.
• Love, social needs. Once the above needs have been met, those of affection, a sense of belonging, etc. will emerge. We are "social animals" and we need to relate to others in order to develop as people.
• Esteem needs. All people need a good assessment of themselves, respect or self-esteem, which also implies the esteem of others. This need will only be activated if the basics are relatively covered.
• Self-actualization needs. The human maturation process is enriched throughout life.