Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

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Hierarchy of Needs requires one to have a sense of security and wellbeing. The basic needs at each level must be met before the needs at the next level can be addressed for instance if a child's safety and security are compromised through abuse and neglect this child will have difficulty at the third level (Social Needs) i.e love and acceptance. Experts are in agreement that the child's needs are not being met, but they are divided when finding ways to reintroduce a child to a supportive and loving environment (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2009) as cited in Woodside and McClam (2015). Other influences to human needs and development can give us an indication of how best to identify and address a client's needs, these influences can affect a large group of people at the same time.

On a larger scale, natural disaster such as hurricanes, tornadoes, floods and earthquakes may result in human by many people at the same time. Immediate needs may be physiological, ...

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