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Instinct for motivation |
inborn, unlearned behavior |
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Drive-Reduction |
internal tensions “push” toward satisfying basic needs |
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Arousal Theory |
motivated toward optimal level of arousal |
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What is the role of the lateral hypothalamus when dealing with hunger? |
initiation of hunger, because it regulates glucose levels |
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Incentive theory |
motivation results from the “pull” of external environmental stimuli
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Cognitive theory |
Motivation affected by attributes and expectations |
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Intrinsic Motivation |
Organismic Needs + enjoyability |
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Extrinsic Motivation |
incentives (Rewards/Punishment) |
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What are the 3 basic organism needs? |
competence, relatedness, autonomy |
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what concept of Evolutionary Psychology did Thomas Aquinas describe? |
Parental investment |
