American Society of Radiologic Technologist (ASRT) Practice Exam

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What is the highest need in Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

Self-actualization
Belonging and love
Esteem
Physiologic safety or comfort

The correct answer is: Self-actualization

Self-actualization represents the highest need in Maslow's hierarchy of needs. This level is concerned with the realization of personal potential, self-fulfillment, seeking personal growth, and peak experiences. Individuals who reach this stage are focused on becoming everything that they are capable of being, which involves pursuing goals that align with their values and interests. Maslow suggests that self-actualization can only be pursued once lower-level needs — such as physiological needs (food, water, warmth, rest), safety needs (security, safety), and belongingness and love needs (intimate relationships, friends) — have been met. Esteem needs, which include feelings of accomplishment and recognition, serve as precursors to reaching self-actualization as well. Therefore, understanding self-actualization as the culmination of personal development helps in recognizing why it occupies the pinnacle of the hierarchy.