Question

What is the difference between physiological and psychological needs?

Answer 1

Physiological needs:

Physiological needs are the biological necessities for survival.

Psychological needs:

Psychological needs are important for mental wellness, but they are not necessary for living.

Difference between physiological and psychological needs:

Physiological needs	Psychological needs
1. The human body cannot operate efficiently unless these demands are met.	1. They are universally vital for psychological well-being and autonomous motivation.
2. Physiological needs are seen as the most important, with all other wants becoming secondary until these needs are addressed.	2. They are universally important for psychological well-being and autonomous motivation.
3. Psychological needs are often referred to as secondary needs.	3. If any of these needs are not satisfied, well-being will suffer and motivation is likely to dip.
4. Even if they are not necessary for human survival, they are necessary for empowerment and individual progress.	4. Motivation is what drives people to meet their requirements.
5. For example food, water, shelter, clothes, and so on.	5. For example competence, autonomy, and relatedness