<![CDATA[This study is motivated by the importance of literary psychology studies in understanding the psychological dynamics of characters in literary works, particularly in representing emotional experiences and character development. The purpose of this study is to describe the fulfillment of the hierarchy of needs of the main character in the novel Ayah by Andrea Hirata and to analyze the influence of paternal parenting on the character’s psychological development and self-actualization. This research employed a qualitative method using a descriptive-interpretative approach within the framework of literary psychology. The research data consisted of narrative descriptions, dialogues, and character portrayals in the novel which were analyzed using Abraham Maslow’s hierarchy of needs theory. The findings indicate that the main character experiences a gradual fulfillment of needs starting from physiological needs, safety needs, love and belongingness needs, esteem needs, and ultimately self-actualization. The fulfillment of these needs is influenced by family socio-economic conditions, internal and external conflicts, and social interactions with the surrounding environment. The father figure plays a crucial role in shaping emotional stability, life motivation, and the development of the character’s self-esteem. In conclusion, the psychological development of the main character in the novel Ayah reflects the process of fulfilling Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, which is significantly influenced by paternal parenting patterns and the character’s life experiences.]]>
