Psychology Chapter on Motivation

Questions and Answers

What is motivation?

Motivation is an internal process that makes a person move toward a goal.

What is intrinsic motivation?

Intrinsic motivation is the motivation that comes from inside the performer.

What is extrinsic motivation?

Extrinsic motivation is the motivation that comes from outside factors to the performer.

What is the overjustification effect?

The overjustification effect occurs when an expected external incentive decreases a person's intrinsic motivation to perform a task. Signup and view all the answers

What are instincts?

Instinct is a term used to describe a set of behaviors that are both unlearned and set in motion as the result of some environmental trigger. Signup and view all the answers

What is homeostasis?

Homeostasis is the tendency of the body to seek and maintain a condition of balance or equilibrium within its internal environment. Signup and view all the answers

What is a drive?

A drive is an excitatory state produced by a homeostatic disturbance, an instinctual need that influences behavior. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Yerkes-Dodson law?

The Yerkes-Dodson law is an empirical relationship between arousal and performance, dictating that performance increases with arousal only up to a point. Signup and view all the answers

What is self-efficacy?

Self-efficacy is one's belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task. Signup and view all the answers

What's satiation?

Satiation means to satisfy. Signup and view all the answers

What is the set-point theory?

Set point theory suggests that our body has a particular range of weight that it is comfortable in, usually about 10% of a body's weight. Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first researcher to conduct large-scale surveys of sexual behavior?

Alfred Kinsey. Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of people are exclusive homosexuals?

10%. Signup and view all the answers

What is the James-Lange theory of emotion?

The James-Lange theory states that physiological arousal instigates the experience of emotion. Signup and view all the answers

What's the Cannon-Bard theory of emotion?

The Cannon-Bard theory posits that physiological and emotional changes occur simultaneously in response to a stimulus. Signup and view all the answers

What is emotional regulation?

Emotional regulation is the ability to respond to ongoing demands with a range of emotions in a socially acceptable manner. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Motivation

Motivation drives individuals towards achieving goals, functioning as an internal process.

Types of Motivation

Intrinsic motivation arises from within the individual, encompassing personal satisfaction and enjoyment.
Extrinsic motivation is influenced by external factors, such as rewards, recognition, or incentives.

The Overjustification Effect

Occurs when external rewards diminish intrinsic motivation, making individuals less inclined to engage in activities they previously found enjoyable.

Instincts

Instincts are unlearned behavioral patterns triggered by environmental stimuli, inherent to an individual's nature.

Homeostasis

Refers to the body's ability to maintain internal balance, adapting to external changes to sustain equilibrium.

Drive

Described as an excitatory state resulting from homeostasis disruption, acting as a motivating force behind behavior.

Yerkes-Dodson Law

Establishes a relationship between arousal and performance: optimal performance is achieved at a certain arousal level, beyond which performance may decline.

Self-Efficacy

Involves an individual's belief in their ability to succeed in specific contexts or complete particular tasks.

Satiation

Refers to the act of satisfying a need or desire, particularly in the context of hunger or other drives.

Set-Point Theory

Suggests every person has a determined weight range their body prefers to maintain, typically allowing a variation of about 10%.

Alfred Kinsey

Renowned for conducting large-scale surveys of sexual behavior, significantly advancing the study of human sexuality.

Homosexual Population Statistics

Approximately 10% of individuals identify as exclusively homosexual.

James-Lange Theory of Emotion

Proposes that emotional experiences are triggered by physiological arousal; the physical response leads to the feeling of emotion.

Cannon-Bard Theory of Emotion

Contrasts with the James-Lange theory, suggesting that physiological reactions and emotional responses occur simultaneously upon stimulus exposure.

Emotional Regulation

Involves managing emotional responses to experiences, allowing for socially appropriate reactions and the ability to control spontaneous emotional expressions when necessary.

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Explore the concept of motivation in depth, with a focus on intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, along with the impact of the Overjustification Effect. Additionally, learn about homeostasis, drive, and the Yerkes-Dodson Law that illustrates the relationship between arousal and performance. This quiz will enhance your understanding of psychological concepts related to motivation.