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This article examines basic needs theories, addressing what constitutes basic needs, their normative force, and measurement. It argues for greater interdisciplinarity to enhance the promise of basic needs in normative contexts.

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Area of Science:

  • Normative Ethics
  • Philosophy of Social Science

Background:

  • Researchers often use basic needs to address normative questions.
  • The core idea is prioritizing universal access to essentials like food, water, and shelter.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an opinionated overview of basic needs in normative contexts.
  • To explore three key questions: defining basic needs, their normative implications, and measurement.
  • To discuss the theoretical potential and future research directions for basic needs theories.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of basic needs theories.
  • Examination of normative implications and measurement challenges.
  • Discussion of interdisciplinary approaches and methodological reflection.

Main Results:

  • Basic needs theories must define needs, explain their normative force, and establish measurement criteria.
  • Future research requires increased interdisciplinarity and methodological rigor.
  • Basic needs theories hold significant, often underestimated, theoretical potential.

Conclusions:

  • Basic needs theories are more promising than commonly acknowledged.
  • Interdisciplinary and methodologically reflective research can unlock their full potential.
  • Addressing basic needs is crucial for normative frameworks.