Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and its Implications for Abuse Victims

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and its Implications for Abuse Victims

The hierarchy of needs has been used in many fields to explain what motivates people. It is of particular interest in education, for teachers to understand how best to motivate their students.  It is also used by businesses to understand what drives their customers’ behaviour and how best to motivate them to buy their product or service.

Narcissistic Supply – Feeding the Narcissistic Ego

narcissistic supply

Narcissistic supply is a term used to describe the positive reinforcement of a person’s ego, self-esteem, and sense of grandiosity. This reinforcement can come in many forms, from compliments given by others to praise for accomplishments.