Belonging and Beyond: Understanding Social Connections

What is the third level in Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

• Physiological needs

• Self-actualization

• Safety needs

• Love and belonging

According to the text, what is a universal feeling that affects all people in society?

• Fear

• Belonging

• Anger

• Happiness

Who was the first psychologist to write about belonging as a human need?

• Sigmund Freud

• Mark Leary

• Abraham Maslow

• Roy F. Baumeister

What did Leary and Baumeister argue about the drive to belong?

• It is not important

• It is a fundamental human need

• It is a secondary need

• It is only important for children

How does self-esteem relate to belonging according to Leary and Baumeister?

• Self-esteem only measures internal feelings

• Self-esteem is not important

• Self-esteem is a warning signal about acceptance

• Self-esteem is unrelated to belonging

What can stress from not feeling a sense of belonging at school cause?

• More friendships

• Poorer academic performance

• Increased cognitive resources

• Better academic performance

According to a 2024 study, where do most Americans feel like they belong the least?

• Among friends

• In their workplace

• In their local community

• In their family

What is one benefit of feeling a strong sense of belonging?

• Increased stress

• Better health and happiness

• More loneliness

• Less life satisfaction