10 Questions
What is the study of the 'WHYs' of human behavior?
Motivation
Which type of motivation involves performing an action for an outcome separate from the person?
Extrinsic Motivation
What does arousal refer to in the context of emotion?
Heart pounding, breathing
What does cognition refer to in the context of emotion?
Thinking, expectation
What type of motivation involves performing an action because the act itself is rewarding or satisfying internally?
Intrinsic Motivation
Which theory of motivation suggests that humans have certain physiological needs that must be met periodically, such as hunger and thirst?
Drive reduction theory
In the context of motivation, what does arousal theory propose?
Human emotions are comfortable at an intermediate level of arousal
Which theory suggests that there are inborn, genetic components to motivation, such as species-specific behaviors?
Instinct Behavior theory
Which aspect of motivation is emphasized by drive reduction theory?
Physiological needs and deficits
Based on the text, what motivates people to maintain an optimal level of arousal according to arousal theory?
The need for stimulation
Explore the concepts and theories of motivation and emotion, including the relationship between psychology and motivation/emotion. Learn about the Latin origin of 'motivation' and the study of the 'WHYs' of human behavior.
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