All about Abraham
When and where was he born?
Born April 1st, 1908 in Brooklyn, New York.
What is physiological development?
This is the first level of the pyramid. These are the most basic needs, such as food, water, shelter, and sleep
How many siblings did Abraham have?
He was the oldest of seven children
How did he die?
Died from a heart attack on June 8, 1970 in California
What is safety and security?
This is the second level of the pyramid. Once physiological needs are met, people seek safety and security. This includes physical safety as well as feeling secure.
How many children did he have?
He had two daughters, Ann and Ellen
How many books did Abraham Publish?
Four, they are "Motivation and Personality," "Toward a Psychology of Being," "The Farther Reaches of Human Nature," "The Psychology of Science: A Reconnaissance"
What is love and belonging?
This is the third level of the pyramid. After safety, people seek social relationships, love, and a sense of belonging.
Who did Abraham have a bad relationship with?
His mother because she was very superstitious who severely punished him for even minor things
Who was he influenced by?
Carl Jung, Alfred Adler, Kurt Lewin, Kurt Goldstein, Henry Murray
What is self-esteem?
This is the fourth level on the pyramid. After social connections, people seek respect, recognition, and a sense of accomplishment.
Where was Abraham's theory most focused?
His theory wasn’t focused on one specific part of the brain, instead it was focused throughout many aspects of children's development.
Where did he earn his Bachelor's degree in Phycology?
The University of Wisconsin- Madison
What is self-actualization?
This is the fifth and final level of the pyramid. This represents the desire for personal growth, potential, pursuing creativity, and achieving personal goals.
Who was Abraham's wife?
His cousin, Bertha