chapter 8.1 Flashcards
motivation
desire that stimulates and steers behavior
Intrinsic motivation
the desire to perform a behavior because the behavior itself is rewarding
Extrinsic motivation
teh desire to obtain a behavior to obtain an external award
instinct theory
theory that humans are motivated by instinct primarily
drive-reduction theory
unmet biological drives cause unpleasant sensations that motivate you to meet those needs.
arousal theory
theory that you are motivated obtain and maintain optimal level of arousal
self determination theory
theory that the strongest and healthiest motivations come from yourself
homeostasis
steadiness or balance in your bodily state
regulatory focus theory
promotion and prevention cause motivation systems
achievement goal theory
when you are motivated to achieve a goal, certain goals cause better outcomes
self-actualization
fully becoming the person you have the potential to become