According to Maslow, the need for self-actualization is never completely fulfilled.Which one of the following examples best reflects the need for self-actualization?
A)Ellen spends as much of her school time as she can talking to her many friends.
B)Fiona hasn't been feeling well lately, so she is very good about taking her medication.
C)Gail loves art and spends all of her free time drawing on whatever is handy.She takes an art class every chance she gets.
D)Helen strives for perfection in the speech she will give to her English class because she wants her classmates to think she is smart.

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Gail's pursuit of drawing and taking art classes reflects the need for self-actualization as she is fully engaging in her passion and potential for creativity. The other choices do not reflect self-actualization as Ellen is focused on socializing, Fiona's focus is on her physical health, and Helen is striving for external validation.

According to Maslow, the Need for Self-Actualization Is Never Completely