Abraham Maslow
Abraham Maslow (April 1, 1908 – June 8, 1970) was an American psychologist. He is considered by other psychologists to be one of the most important psychologists of the 20th century.[2] He was ranked 10th among psychologists nominated for being well-known or influential. He is known for creating Maslow's hierarchy of needs.
Abraham Maslow | |
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Born | |
Died | June 8, 1970 Menlo Park, California, U.S. | (aged 62)
Nationality | American |
Alma mater | University of Wisconsin–Madison |
Known for | Maslow's hierarchy of needs |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Psychology |
Institutions | Cornell University Brooklyn College |
Influences | Alfred Adler, Kurt Goldstein, Henry Murray |
Influenced | Douglas McGregor, Roberto Assagioli,[1] Colin Wilson, Abbie Hoffman, Wayne Dyer, Elliot Aronson |
Maslow died of a heart attack.