ABSTRACT
If one of the basic needs remains unmet - or inadequately met - then development may become stunted or distorted, In practice it is likely that if one need fails to be met, others will be affected too, but-in what follows the likely consequences will be discussed separately. It is also probable that there is an optimal level of need fulfilment so that 'too much' mayaiso be harmful. This question will also be considered, but more briefly.
