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Drive-reduction theory

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The idea that a physiological need creates an aroused tension state (a drive) that motivates an organism to satisfy the need

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Homeostasis

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A tendency to maintain a balanced or constant internal state; the regulation of any aspect of body chemistry, such as blood glucose, around a particular level

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Incentive

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A positive or negative environmental stimulus that motivates behavior

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Hierarchy of needs

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Maslow’s pyramid of human needs, beginning at the base with physiological needs that must first be satisfied before higher-level safety needs and then psychological needs become active

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Instinct

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A complex behavior that is rigidly patterned throughout a species and is unlearned

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