Features of Motivation
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What does intrinsic motivation refer to?

  • Social acceptance and approval
  • External factors influencing behavior
  • Internal state experienced by the individual (correct)
  • Biological needs for survival

    • Which of the following is NOT a feature of motivation?

  • Gives rise to intention and pressure
  • Influenced solely by external factors (correct)
  • Variable across time and situations
  • Has an element of choice

    • What type of motivation is primarily concerned with necessities for survival?

  • Physiological motives (correct)
  • Psychological motives
  • Social motives
  • Cognitive motives

    • How might an individual's motivational state change?

    <p>It can vary across different times and situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component contributes to an individual's desire to act?

    <p>The intrinsic state of motivation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do social motives primarily involve?

    <p>Seeking acceptance from society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic describes motivation’s element of choice?

    <p>Willingness to actuate based on individual desires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential outcome of a strong motivational state?

    <p>A stronger sense of urgency to complete tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What societal characteristic is associated with Ghanaians regarding sexuality?

    <p>They are less expressive about sex and sexuality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do individuals in Inis Beag typically approach sexual activity?

    <p>They only use one specific sexual position.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What misconception is held by men in Inis Beag regarding sexual health?

    <p>Intercourse is hard on their health.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the sexual culture of the Mehinaku community?

    <p>There is openness about sexual matters, including extramarital interactions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common belief about sex education in Inis Beag?

    <p>It is virtually nonexistent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could happen to a woman in the Mehinaku culture who enters a 'man's' house?

    <p>She might be taken to the woods and gang-raped.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary method by which men compete for women’s affections in the Mehinaku culture?

    <p>By bringing small gifts such as fish.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are marital partners in Inis Beag expected to do during sexual activity?

    <p>Keep underclothes on.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of human sexual behavior involves direct physical contact?

    <p>Tactile Stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do sexual hormones play in sexual arousal?

    <p>They enhance sexual drive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following stimuli can trigger sexual arousal?

    <p>Imagined Stimuli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic describes heterosexual orientation?

    <p>Attraction to the opposite gender.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who would be classified as a homosexual?

    <p>A man attracted to men.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do imagined stimuli contribute to sexual arousal?

    <p>They serve as a significant component of arousal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to men who are castrated in relation to sexual arousal?

    <p>They lose their sexual drive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is not considered a key influence on sexual arousal?

    <p>Food preferences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are personal motives primarily influenced by?

    <p>An individual's personality, interests, and goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a physiological factor influencing motives?

    <p>Emotional states</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do motives primarily influence an individual's behavior?

    <p>By energizing and sustaining behavior towards goal achievement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is likely to increase the desire to achieve certain goals through emotional influence?

    <p>Current emotional states like happiness or anger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes how habits influence motives?

    <p>Habits initiate certain motives by compelling behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do values and attitudes play in influencing motives?

    <p>They can initiate motives based on personal beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a primary way motives sustain behavior?

    <p>By maintaining interest and persistence towards a goal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which environmental factor may compel an individual to act on their motives?

    <p>Availability of resources like food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What phenomenon explains how individuals adapt to changes in income levels over time?

    <p>Happiness Adaptation-Level Phenomenon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do comparisons with others impact a person's happiness according to the content?

    <p>They contribute to feelings of Relative Deprivation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In wealthy societies, who typically reports higher levels of happiness?

    <p>People with greater financial resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indicated as a possible outcome of sudden improvements in financial conditions?

    <p>Temporary boost in happiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does fear influence behavior according to the provided information?

    <p>It promotes protective and escape behaviors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common effect of anger as suggested by the proverbs mentioned?

    <p>It leads to violent behavior especially for those who are weak.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about happiness is false?

    <p>People in poorer countries are always less happy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What suggestion is provided for how we might learn to fear certain stimuli?

    <p>Through observations and social influences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Internal and External Forces of Motivation

    • Motivation is driven by internal (intrinsic) and external (extrinsic) forces that initiate behavior.
    • External factors can influence motivation, but the state is fundamentally an internal experience unique to the individual.
    • Motivation leads to a desire to act, an intention to plan actions, and a pressure to follow through on these actions.

    Features of Motivation

    • Motivation is an internal state, shaped by personal experiences and not solely by external influences.
    • It encompasses emotions such as desire, intention, and pressure to act.
    • Every individual possesses a unique motivational state, which can vary significantly between individuals and situations.
    • Motivational states can evolve over time based on context and circumstance.

    Types of Motives

    • Physiological/Biological Motives: Essential for survival, including food, water, sex, and clothing.
    • Social Motives: Reflect humans’ social nature, including the desire for approval, affection, respect, and prestige.
    • Personal Motives: Unique to individuals and shaped by personal interests, values, and self-concept.

    Factors Influencing Activity of Motives

    • Physiological Factors: Basic biological needs drive motivation, like the need for food and hydration.
    • Emotions: Emotional states can enhance motivation towards specific goals, influenced by feelings such as happiness or anger.
    • Habits: Established habits can trigger motives; for instance, addiction can drive individuals to seek specific substances.
    • Values and Attitudes: Beliefs and principles can initiate motives, reflecting personal values or religious commitments.
    • Environmental Factors: Conditions such as the cost of living or available resources can influence motivational drives.

    How Motives Influence Behavior

    • Energize: Motives energize individuals, igniting the desire to take action (e.g., fitness aspirations).
    • Sustain Behavior: Motives support continuous interest and persistence until a goal is achieved.

    Cultural Differences in Sexuality

    • Ghanaians generally exhibit reticence regarding sexual expression.
    • Studies indicate significant barriers in sexual communication between parents and adolescents.
    • Inis Beag: Known for extreme sexual repression, with strict norms around nudity and marital intimacy.
    • Mehinaku: Features an open culture regarding sexual discussions with children, yet maintains strict gender segregation.

    Shocking Sexual Traditions

    • Various tribes have unique sexual customs, including the drinking of semen in Papua New Guinea and polyandry among Himalayan communities.
    • Such traditions offer a glimpse into the diverse ways sexuality is perceived and practiced globally.

    Factors Influencing Arousal

    • Sexual Hormones: Hormones like estrogen and testosterone regulate sexual function; loss of these can diminish sexual drive.
    • External Stimuli: Physical appearance and erotic stimuli from the environment can evoke sexual arousal.
    • Imagined Stimuli: Fantasy plays a significant role in sexual arousal, demonstrating the power of the mind.

    Sexual Orientation

    • Heterosexual attraction involves emotional and erotic interests toward the opposite gender.
    • Homosexual attraction encompasses emotional and erotic interests toward the same gender, categorized as gay or lesbian.

    Happiness Factors

    • Wealth influences happiness, with people in prosperous nations generally reporting higher satisfaction.
    • Sudden financial improvements can increase happiness levels, but those in poverty may still find life satisfaction.

    Fear and Anger

    • Fear can inhibit action, prompting escape or protective behaviors.
    • Cultural proverbs reflect the views on anger, emphasizing its transformative impact on behavior.

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    This quiz explores the essential features of motivation, including intrinsic and extrinsic forces that drive behavior. Delve into how goals are directed, maintained, and the feedback mechanisms that influence motivation according to Westwood's concepts. Test your understanding of these motivational principles.

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