Motivation in Psychology
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What does motivation refer to in psychology?

  • The processes that distract from goal-oriented behaviors
  • The processes that initiate, guide, and maintain goal-oriented behaviors (correct)
  • The processes that inhibit goal-oriented behaviors
  • The processes that evaluate and criticize behaviors
  • What is the driving force behind setting and achieving goals, both personally and professionally?

  • Indecision
  • Motivation (correct)
  • Procrastination
  • Stagnation
  • What is one of the advantages of motivation mentioned in the text?

  • Decreased Productivity
  • Increased Productivity (correct)
  • Fluctuating Productivity
  • Stagnant Productivity
  • What does motivation prompt individuals to do, according to the text?

    <p>Take action, make decisions, and persist in their efforts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is motivation's impact on job satisfaction, according to the text?

    <p>Enhanced Job Satisfaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Motivation is only an internal drive that initiates, guides, and sustains behavior towards achieving a goal.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Motivated individuals tend to be less productive compared to those who lack motivation.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Motivation can lead to decreased performance and efficiency in individuals.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Motivation is not crucial in explaining why people do what they do.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Motivation does not impact job satisfaction.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Motivation in Psychology

    • Motivation refers to the driving force behind setting and achieving goals, both personally and professionally.

    Characteristics of Motivation

    • Motivation is an internal drive that initiates, guides, and sustains behavior towards achieving a goal.
    • Motivation prompts individuals to take action towards achieving their goals.

    Impact of Motivation

    • One of the advantages of motivation is that it leads to increased job satisfaction.
    • Motivation has a positive impact on job satisfaction, as motivated individuals tend to be more satisfied with their jobs.

    Debunking Myths

    • Motivation does not lead to decreased performance and efficiency in individuals; rather, it has a positive impact on productivity.
    • Motivated individuals tend to be more productive compared to those who lack motivation.
    • Motivation is crucial in explaining why people do what they do, and it plays a significant role in driving behavior.

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    Test your knowledge of motivation with this lecture outline quiz. From defining motivation to understanding its impacts and factors influencing it, this quiz covers key aspects of motivation in psychology.

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