During a conversation with a male client, he voices that he really appreciates his family, likes his job, and enjoys groups in which he volunteers. According to Maslow's theory, what is this client experiencing?
a. Symbolization
b. Self-actualization
c. Equilibrium
d. Identification
B
In Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory, a person is said to have reached the highest human need of self-actualization when all basic needs are met, the individual is self-directed, and the individual has reached the highest potential. Symbolization and identification are common defense mechanisms, and equilibrium is a state wherein all body systems are in balance.
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