Chapter 3 Flashcards
An area of science that focuses on people, and in particular, how the mind and feelings may influence behaviors.
psychology
The level of commitment to a behavior or plan of action.
adherence
The intensity and direction of someone’s effort to participate in an activity or engage in a behavior.
motivation
Describes when someone is not motivated to engage in an activity or behavior.
amotivation
When someone participates in an activity or behavior for some type of reward or recognition from others.
extrinsic motivation
When people engage in an activity or behavior because they feel a sense of satisfaction.
intrinsic motivation
Goals focused on the end result.
outcome goal
Refers to the process of goal pursuit.
process goal
The intentional ways that people assist others in achieving a specific behavior.
social support
A specific form of anxiety that occurs in individuals who perceive that others could be negatively evaluating their physique.
social physique anxiety
Describes a person’s state of mixed feelings about a situation.
ambivalance
The actions that directly facilitate a behavior to happen. In the context of exercise, instrumental support can include driving a person to a health club or paying for the gym membership.
instrumental support
The encouragement and positive reinforcement that is provided from an individual to another, which includes being caring, empathetic, and showing concern.
emotional support
The ability to identify with another person’s feelings, attitudes, or thoughts.
empathy
Providing accurate, current, and informative information.
informational support
