Posted by Michael Ward on Nov 16, 2016; 8:21pm
URL: https://nabble.aealearningonline.org/Needs-vs-Wants-tp6247.html

I think that students seem to think that there are so many additional items they consider needs. In my day the basic needs were food, clothing, shelter.  But students today seem to struggle with the idea of internet not being a basic need.  I have a daughter that recently moved out and is learning first hand about needs and wants. So far she is doing very well.  She also understands the concept of emotional purchasing.  I think it is important for students to have a basic understanding of needs and wants.  It is sometimes a difficult concept for students who have been given everything they have ever wanted.