Test 3 (motivation) Flashcards

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Intrinsic motivation

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Based on internal drives (Hunger, sex, achievement, arousal, belonging, power or significance)

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Extrinsic motivation

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Based on external incentives or rewards

Money

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Drive reduction theory

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

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Homeostasis

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Tendency to maintain a balanced a constant internal state

Regulation of any aspect of body chemistry around a particular level

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Arousal theory

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The idea that we as humans (as do animals) need a certain amount of stimulation:
Curiosity
Adventure
Search for knowledge

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Maslow’s hierarchy of needs

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Maslow believed the strongest need on the bottom, and the weakest on the top. Believed the one on the bottom must be met in order to move up. He believed that only about 1% of us will reach the top.

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Motivation

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And need or desire that energizes and directs behavior

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