Motivation Concepts Quiz

<p>The passage suggests that the quote may be an oversimplification, as extrinsic reinforcement can diminish the enjoyment of previously intrinsically motivated behaviors. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A writer initially writes for personal satisfaction but after publishing their work, they find it more challenging to write purely for themselves. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maslow's theory has been widely criticized for its narrow focus on individualistic values, which makes it less applicable to collectivistic cultures. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Self-actualization is the highest stage of human development and is characterized by a focus on personal growth and fulfillment. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Blackfoot concept of cultural perpetuity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maslow's model is more focused on achieving a state of self-actualization, while the Blackfoot model views self-actualization as an inherent trait. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maslow's model was entirely influenced by Indigenous understandings of human needs, showcasing the limited scope of his theory. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Odessa's friend offers to pay her for baking a birthday cake for their child. (C), Odessa's baking skills are recognized by a local bakery owner who offers her a paid apprenticeship. (E), Odessa's baking begins to sell well, leading to an increase in financial income. (G)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The frequency of standardized testing and assessments. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Drive Reduction Theory (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A student who initially enjoys playing the piano may lose interest if they are given a paid opportunity to perform at a concert. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>James's theory primarily focuses on innate, species-specific behaviors as motivators, while drive reduction theory emphasizes the role of physiological needs and drives. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The set-point theory predicts that metabolic rate will fluctuate to maintain weight at the set-point, but research has not supported this. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased risk of developing pancreatitis. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prader-Willi Syndrome challenges the set-point theory by showing that weight regulation can be significantly affected by genetic disorders. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The set-point theory is a simplistic model with limitations but remains a useful tool for understanding some aspects of weight regulation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bulimia nervosa challenges the set-point theory by showing that individuals with eating disorders can deviate significantly from their set-points. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Presence of distress following a binge (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Substance abuse and mood disorders (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Caucasian females from Western societies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Medial preoptic area (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It presented empirical data on private sexual behaviors to the American public. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bans on the publication of similar research in many countries (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Orgasm (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Both genders experience increased muscle tone during the plateau phase (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The emotional and erotic attractions a person has towards others (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The size of a man's erect penis is directly related to his ability to provide pleasure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The behavior becomes habitual and associated with the drive state. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Simple tasks are performed best at higher arousal levels, whereas complex tasks require lower arousal levels. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Self-efficacy is based on an individual's belief in their capability to achieve a goal. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Drive theory focuses on biological needs and drives, while the optimal arousal model considers the role of arousal levels in motivation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Achievement (C), Recognition (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Leptin, secreted by adipose cells, functions as a signal to the brain about the body's energy stores, suppressing appetite and promoting weight loss when levels are high. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The LH, associated with hunger, promotes eating behavior, while the VMH, involved in satiety, helps regulate feelings of fullness and stops eating. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Through direct communication with the stomach via the vagus nerve, sending signals about nutrient levels and distention. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ghrelin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Stretch receptors in the GI tract signal the brain to suppress appetite when the tract becomes distended. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The wants or needs that direct behaviour toward a goal.

Motivation arising from internal factors, seeking personal satisfaction.

Motivation that arises from external factors, like rewards or recognition.

Most people have a combination of both internal and external motivations.

Enjoying a job can make it feel like work, reducing its enjoyment.

Intrinsic motivation decreases when extrinsic rewards are introduced.

Intrinsic motivation comes from within, while extrinsic motivation comes from outside rewards like praise or money.

Verbal praise boosts intrinsic motivation; tangible rewards like money can reduce it.

Behavior is motivated by the need to maintain homeostasis when physiological needs arise.

A supportive class environment enhances students' intrinsic motivation to learn.

The realization of personal potential and seeking personal growth.

Striving for meaning and purpose beyond personal needs, proposed by Maslow later in life.

A model emphasizing community and cultural perpetuity as essential for individual growth.

The belief that knowledge and wisdom within a community can endure indefinitely through traditions.

Mi'kmaq concept of interconnectedness between community and land resources.

A psychological theory that explains motivation through physiological needs that drive behavior, such as hunger via low blood sugar.

The theory suggesting there is an optimal level of arousal for performance, where moderate arousal is typically best.

A principle stating that the optimal arousal level for performance depends on the complexity of the task; simpler tasks need higher arousal.

An individual's belief in their own ability to succeed in tasks, influencing motivation and goal-setting.

A motivational theory that arranges needs in a pyramid, from basic physiological needs to self-actualization at the top.

Biological processes that trigger the sensation of hunger in response to energy needs.

Physical sensations indicating the need for food, often due to stomach contractions.

A hormone secreted by fat cells that helps regulate energy balance and suppress appetite when body fat is high.

Brain region primarily responsible for initiating hunger and eating behaviors.

Processes involving immediate appetite control influenced by nutrient levels and hormonal signals.

Research on human sexuality highlighting diverse sexual behaviors and experiences.

A continuum categorizing sexual orientation from heterosexual to homosexual.

Researchers who studied physiological responses during sexual behavior, observing nearly 700 people.

The cycle consisting of four phases: excitement, plateau, orgasm, and resolution.

Time after orgasm when an individual cannot achieve another orgasm, longer in men with age.

The relationship between calories consumed and calories burned.

The rate at which your body expends energy over time.

The theory that each person has a genetically determined ideal body weight.

A genetic disorder causing intense hunger and low metabolism.

An eating disorder characterized by binge eating followed by purging.

An eating disorder marked by binge eating without compensatory behaviors like purging, resulting in distress.

An eating disorder characterized by an extreme restriction of food intake leading to dangerously low body weight and a distorted body image.

Anorexia nervosa can lead to severe health issues like bone loss, heart failure, and amenorrhea.

Anorexia nervosa and bulimia are more prevalent in cultures that promote a thin ideal, particularly among Caucasian females.

Dr. Alfred Kinsey conducted large-scale surveys on human sexuality, revealing private behaviors to public scrutiny.