Motivational Concepts Quiz
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According to drive-reduction theory, what motivates an organism to satisfy a physiological need?

  • An aroused tension state (a drive) (correct)
  • A constant internal state
  • The tendency to maintain balanced body chemistry
  • Positive or negative environmental stimulus
  • What does homeostasis involve?

  • Positive or negative environmental stimulus
  • Genetically predisposed behaviors
  • Regulation of any aspect of body chemistry (correct)
  • Arousal tension state (a drive)
  • According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, what determines the priority of some needs over others?

  • The complexity of the nervous system
  • The level of need in the hierarchy (correct)
  • The regulation of body chemistry
  • The tendency to maintain a balanced internal state
  • What does an incentive involve?

    <p>A positive or negative environmental stimulus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivates humans to engage in behaviors that either increase or decrease arousal levels?

    <p>Arousal theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone sends 'I'm hungry' signals to the brain?

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

    What does the Yerkes-Dodson law state?

    <p>Performance increases with arousal only up to a point, beyond which performance decreases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the arcuate nucleus in the physiology of hunger?

    <p>It pumps out appetite-suppressing hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of insulin in the body?

    <p>Control blood glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of social isolation on humans?

    <p>Increases the risk for mental decline and poor health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Drive-Reduction Theory propose?

    <p>Unmet needs create a drive that pushes us to reduce the need</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of orexin in the physiology of hunger?

    <p>Increases appetite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of leptin in the body?

    <p>Increase metabolism and decrease hunger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Arousal theory state?

    <p>Humans are motivated to engage in behaviors that either increase or decrease arousal levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of PYY in the physiology of hunger?

    <p>Decreases appetite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of the need to belong on thoughts, emotions, and behaviors?

    <p>Activates the brain reward and safety systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

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