Comic #1885: 2010-07-09

Description

Here's a detailed description of the comic:

Panel 1:
- Title: "Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs (Modified to Account for Change Over Time)"
- Depicts a colorful pyramid divided into five levels:
  - Top level: Self Actualization (purple)
  - Second level: Self Esteem (blue)
  - Middle level: Belonging (green)
  - Fourth level: Safety (yellow)
  - Bottom level: Physiological Needs (red)
Panel 2:
- The pyramid is modified with the word "Masturbation" (written in a large, playful font) dripping over the top few levels, overshadowing Self Actualization and Self Esteem. The other levels remain labeled.
Panel 3:
- Similar to panel 2, "Masturbation" is more prominent and takes over even more of the pyramid, with only Physiological Needs visible at the bottom.
Panel 4:
- Only the word "Masturbation" is featured, filling up most of the pyramid, leaving just a sliver of "Physiological Needs" visible at the bottom.
Panel 5:
- Returns to the original pyramid from Panel 1 labeled correctly, with no modifications.
Panel 6:
- Another return to the original pyramid, with an additional label "Tissue" near the top level of the pyramid, appearing to be a humorous addition.
Panel 7:
- Final panel shows the clean version of the original pyramid again, preserving its labels.

The comic plays on the humorous and somewhat irreverent reimagining of Maslow’s Hierarchy, integrating themes of personal needs and humor. The color scheme remains vibrant throughout the panels.

Overall, the comic uses visual humor to challenge traditional interpretations of psychological concepts.