Openstax Psychology Chapter 10 Key Terms and Definitions

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Openstax Psychology Chapter 10 Key Terms and Definitions Motivation wants or needs that direct behavior toward a goal Intrinsic motivation arising from internal factors; performed because of the sen... se of personal satisfaction that they bring Extrinsic motivation arising from external factors; motivated behaviors performed in order to receive something from others Over justification effect intrinsic motivation is diminished when extrinsic motivation is given; this can lead to extinguishing the intrinsic motivation and a creating a dependence on extrinsic rewards for continued performance Instinct species-specific pattern of behavior that is not learned; human behavior is driven by this Drive theory deviations from homeostasis create psychological needs; these needs result is psychological drive states that direct behavior and meet the need and ultimately bring the system back to homeostasis Habit a pattern of behavior in which we regularly engage; plays in the type of behavioral response in which we engage Yerkes-Dodson law a simple task is performed best when arousal levels are relatively high and complex tasks are best performed when arousal levels are lower Need state of deficiency (biological or social); Maslow's hierarchy of needs Drive a psychological state that, by creating arousal, motivates an organism to satisfy a need Homeostasis tendency for bodily functions to maintain equilibrium or set point Incentives [Show More]

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