In the context of Maslow's hierarchy of needs,which of the following is true of lower needs?

A) They are stronger than the higher needs.
B) They are called deficiency needs.
C) Failure to satisfy lower needs produces a crisis.
D) All of these are correct.

Lower Needs

In Maslow's hierarchy, these are the basic physiological and safety needs that must be met before higher-level needs can be addressed.

Deficiency Needs

Refers to the basic requirements for physical and psychological well-being, which must be met before individuals can focus on higher-level needs like self-actualization.

Crisis

To Erikson, the turning point faced at each developmental stage.