American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) Practice Test

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In the context of Maslow's hierarchy, what is the result of unmet esteem needs?

A person feels a sense of unworthiness
A person achieves their fullest potential
A person builds strong social relationships
A person develops trust and creativity

The correct answer is: A person feels a sense of unworthiness

In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, esteem needs encompass both self-esteem and the esteem received from others. These needs involve feelings of accomplishment, recognition, and respect. When these needs remain unmet, individuals often experience feelings of unworthiness, inadequacy, or a lack of confidence in themselves and their abilities. This sense of unworthiness can lead to decreased motivation and hinder personal development and growth, making it difficult for a person to progress to higher levels of the hierarchy, such as self-actualization, where they can realize their fullest potential. The other concepts presented in the other choices relate to outcomes linked to fulfilling esteem needs rather than the consequences of their absence. Fulfilling esteem needs fosters self-actualization, strong social relationships, trust, and creativity, which are essential for overall personal development and well-being.