Theories of Motivation: Functionalism by William James

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According to Maslow, what is a key characteristic of self-actualized individuals?

They have many superficial friendships.

They lack confidence and are unable to express unpopular opinions.

They need to conform to the opinions of others.

They are creative, spontaneous, and loving of themselves and others. (correct)

What level of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs represents our social connections with others?

Esteem Needs

Social Needs (correct)

Security or Safety Needs

Physiological Needs

Which of the following is NOT an example of an Esteem Need according to Maslow's Hierarchy?

Achievement

Self-worth

Sense of accomplishment

Inner fulfillment (correct)

What is the main difference between Esteem Needs and Self-actualization Needs in Maslow's Hierarchy?

Esteem Needs are focused on recognition and achievement, while Self-actualization Needs are focused on reaching one's potential. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following individuals did Maslow study as an example of a self-actualized person?

Albert Einstein Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the psychologist who developed the Hierarchy of Needs theory?

Abraham Maslow Signup and view all the answers

According to Maslow's Hierarchy, which level of needs represents the most fundamental physical requirements for human survival?

Physiological Needs Signup and view all the answers

What type of experiences are self-actualized people likely to have according to Maslow?

Peak experiences or transcendent moments of tranquility Signup and view all the answers

Which level of Maslow's Hierarchy represents the need for safety, employment, and a stable environment?

Security or Safety Needs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following individuals did Maslow NOT study as an example of a self-actualized person?

Sigmund Freud Signup and view all the answers

What does drive theory emphasize in terms of the role of habits?

Engaging in a behavior that reduces a drive increases the likelihood of future engagement. Signup and view all the answers

According to drive theory, what results in psychological drive states?

Deviation from homeostasis creating physiological needs Signup and view all the answers

What is self-efficacy according to Albert Bandura's theory?

An individual's belief in their own capability to complete a task Signup and view all the answers

Which motivational theory emphasizes the concept of self-actualization?

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Signup and view all the answers

What is at the base of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs pyramid?

Physiological Needs Signup and view all the answers

According to Maslow, what must be achieved before moving on to meet Esteem Needs?

Physiological Needs Signup and view all the answers

Which level did Maslow propose above self-actualization towards the end of his life?

'Self-transcendence level' Signup and view all the answers

What does a Growth Orientation involve in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?

'Closeness with others' Signup and view all the answers

What concept did Bandura emphasize in relation to motivating behavior?

The role of cognition and self-efficacy Signup and view all the answers

In Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, what motives are placed at the topmost levels?

Self-actualization and transcendence motives Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following is considered a primary motivation?

Hunger Signup and view all the answers

Which psychological perspective is described as attempting to understand why animals and humans have developed their particular psychological aspects?

Functionalism Signup and view all the answers

What is the key idea behind Drive Theory according to the passage?

The body's tendency to maintain an optimal level or balance Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as a psychological process affected by drive states like hunger?

Memory Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is an example of an instinctual motivation?

Breastfeeding Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a drive state according to the passage?

Fatigue Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of drive states according to the passage?

To motivate organisms to obtain goals beneficial to survival and reproduction Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered an important contributor to early research on motivation according to the passage?

Sigmund Freud Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the rooting reflex and breastfeeding according to the passage?

The rooting reflex facilitates the instinctual motivation to breastfeed Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of drive states as described in the passage?

Learned behaviors Signup and view all the answers

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According to Maslow, what is a key characteristic of self-actualized individuals?

What level of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs represents our social connections with others?

Which of the following is NOT an example of an Esteem Need according to Maslow's Hierarchy?

What is the main difference between Esteem Needs and Self-actualization Needs in Maslow's Hierarchy?

Which of the following individuals did Maslow study as an example of a self-actualized person?

What is the name of the psychologist who developed the Hierarchy of Needs theory?

According to Maslow's Hierarchy, which level of needs represents the most fundamental physical requirements for human survival?

What type of experiences are self-actualized people likely to have according to Maslow?

Which level of Maslow's Hierarchy represents the need for safety, employment, and a stable environment?

Which of the following individuals did Maslow NOT study as an example of a self-actualized person?

What does drive theory emphasize in terms of the role of habits?

According to drive theory, what results in psychological drive states?

What is self-efficacy according to Albert Bandura's theory?

Which motivational theory emphasizes the concept of self-actualization?

What is at the base of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs pyramid?

According to Maslow, what must be achieved before moving on to meet Esteem Needs?

Which level did Maslow propose above self-actualization towards the end of his life?

What does a Growth Orientation involve in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?

What concept did Bandura emphasize in relation to motivating behavior?

In Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, what motives are placed at the topmost levels?

According to the passage, which of the following is considered a primary motivation?

Which psychological perspective is described as attempting to understand why animals and humans have developed their particular psychological aspects?

What is the key idea behind Drive Theory according to the passage?

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as a psychological process affected by drive states like hunger?

According to the passage, what is an example of an instinctual motivation?

Which of the following is NOT considered a drive state according to the passage?

What is the primary purpose of drive states according to the passage?

Which of the following is NOT considered an important contributor to early research on motivation according to the passage?

What is the relationship between the rooting reflex and breastfeeding according to the passage?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of drive states as described in the passage?

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