AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -2 Motivation: Motivation is a need or desire that energizes behavior and directs it towards a goal. Perspectives used to explain motivation include the following: Instinct Theory (replaced by the evolutionary perspective) Drive-Reduction Theory Incentive Theory Arousal Theory Hierarchy of Needs.

Detailed explanation-2: -Motivation refers to a need or desire that energizes behavior and directs it towards a goal. Instinct theory failed to explain most human motives yet the underlying assumption that genes predispose species-typical behavior is as strong as ever!

Detailed explanation-3: -Motivation is derived from the word ‘motive’, which denotes a person’s needs, desires, wants, or urges. It is the process of motivating individuals to take action in order to achieve a goal. The psychological elements fueling people’s behavior in the context of job goals might include a desire for money.

Detailed explanation-4: -Motivated behaviors are fundamental components of vertebrate life. These behaviors control an animal’s interactions with those goal objects in the environment that are important for the survival of the individual and the species; for example, food, water, or conspecifics.

Detailed explanation-5: -5 benefits of self-motivation They learn how to present their best self in whatever task they’re doing. They become more resilient because achieving their goals takes time and effort. They have an eagerness to succeed because their passion drives them forward. When they fail, they see feedback as a learning opportunity.