PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS

PSYCHOLOGY MOTIVATION AND EMOTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which theory of motivation most clearly emphasizes the importance of genetic predispositions?
A
drive-reduction theory
B
instinct theory
C
humanist theory
D
arousal theory
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Instinct theory (evolutionary perspective) focuses on genetically predisposed behaviors for all members of a given species. Drive-reduction theory focuses on the motivation to maintain homeostasis by satisfying basic biological needs.

Detailed explanation-2: –Instinct theory (now replaced by the evolutionary perspective) focuses on genetically predisposed behaviors.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sigmund Freud’s Instinct Theory of Aggression According to Freud, an instinct is a basic, unlearned, pre-programmed pattern of behavior that is to be found in all individuals of every species.

Detailed explanation-4: -Freudian psychoanalysts use the word instinct as a human motivational force, or what we now call human “drives”.

Detailed explanation-5: -In psychology, the definition of the instinct theory of motivation refers to the concept that all humans are evolutionarily designed in a way that helps them survive. People are born with innate traits that allow them to behave naturally. These are instincts that drive a person’s decisions and behaviors.

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