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Psychology Test 2, Module 34
Psychology Test 2, Module 34
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Psychology
Undergraduate 1
02/28/2009

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motivation
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a need or desire that energizes and directs behavior
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instinct
Definition
a complex behavior that is rigidly patterned throughout a species and is unlearned
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drive-reduction theory
Definition
the idea that a physiological need creates an aroused tension state (a drive) that motivates and organism to satisfy the need
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homeostasis
Definition
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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