Motivation & Emotion Theories

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Which theory suggests that behaviour is motivated by the pursuit of internal balance?

Instinct Theory

Evolutionary Theory

Incentive Theory

Drive Theory (correct)

According to the concepts discussed, what best describes a 'drive'?

A physiological need for a substance like food or water.

A desire to perform an action for one's own fulfillment.

An external reward given for a specific action.

An internal state of tension arising from a physiological need. (correct)

What is the primary focus of evolutionary theories of motivation?

The need to satisfy basic physiological requirements.

Maximizing reproductive success. (correct)

Maintaining a stable internal environment.

Seeking external rewards.

Which of the following is an example of extrinsic motivation?

Studying to achieve a high grade in a course. Signup and view all the answers

The hypothalamus plays a role in controlling hunger and eating regulation by:

Housing areas of the brain responsible for satiety. Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is known to stimulate appetite?

Ghrelin Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following BEST describes the role of the stomach in regulating hunger and eating?

Initiates the release of CCK and other signals to indicate satiety. Signup and view all the answers

According to the content, which factor significantly influences learned preferences and habits related to eating?

The anticipation of pleasure linked with food consumption. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a primary stage in the sexual response cycle as described by Masters and Johnson?

Refractory Signup and view all the answers

According to parental investment theory, which of the following is a common gender difference in mate preferences?

Men tend to emphasize resource acquisition when choosing a partner. Signup and view all the answers

The 'need to belong' is most closely associated with which of the following concepts?

The desire for social connection and affiliation. Signup and view all the answers

An individual who consistently seeks recognition, enjoys leading others, and often tries to win arguments exemplifies a strong need for:

Power. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents the correct sequence of emotional processing, according to the content?

Emotional arousal leads to motivation, which then results in an action. Signup and view all the answers

Which component of emotion is most associated with the subjective experience of feelings?

Cognitive component. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the concept of 'affective forecasting'?

A person's ability to predict future emotional states, which is not very accurate. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a listed contributing factor to obesity in the content?

Social environment Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the faster pathway for emotional response?

It allows for a rapid, often unconscious response and is sensitive to certain innate cues. Signup and view all the answers

According to the provided text, what role does the limbic system, particularly the amygdala, play in emotional processing?

It is utilized by both the faster and slower pathways, making it a key area for emotional processing. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of core emotions according to the provided text?

They are primitive, innate, universal, and linked to survival behaviors. Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between primary and complex emotions?

Complex emotions are created through the blending of basic (primary) emotions. Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of 'display rules' refer to in the context of emotions?

The cultural norms that dictate when and how emotions should be expressed. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between the James-Lange and Cannon-Bard theories of emotion?

The James-Lange theory says the heart races and then fear, whereas the Cannon-Bard theory says they happen at the same time. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the evolutionary theory of emotion?

Emotions are innate reactions to environmental stimuli oriented to survival. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a method of emotion regulation mentioned in the text?

Suppressing all emotional responses through intense concentration. Signup and view all the answers

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