Ch 12 Flashcards
1
Q
Kurt Lewin (the Zeigarnik effect)
A
the tendency to recall uncompleted tasks more easily than completed tasks. uncompleted tasks motivates completion
2
Q
task is not completed and you feel tense and want to get rid of the stress. what type of reinforcement is this?
A
neg reinforcement
3
Q
what is Lewins motivational concept ?
A
Need
4
Q
system (region)
A
when a person is in a state of tension
5
Q
positive valiance
A
exists when a person thinks the region will reduce tension
6
Q
Vector
A
a force that arises from a need and determines the persons psychological environment
7
Q
the life space
A
the space where psychological activities occur (thoughts)
