chap 10 Flashcards
motivation & emotion
Explain the evolutionary approach of motivation
the unlearned pattern of behavior based on our genetic evolution
explain the drive reduction theory
the more drive we have, the more we want to reduce it
eg: hunger is the drive, and we want to reduce it
explain optimum arousal theory
performance is best when we have moderate arousal (interest n attention)
reasons for obesity
1) lack of movement
2) genetics
3) unhealthy diet
Biology of obesity
1) more fat cells = more need to eat
2) hard to lose excess weight
disordered eating: anorexia nervosa definition
- pursuit of thinness with starvation
- severely restricted food intake
- distorted body image
disordered eating: bulimia nervosa definition
- binge & purge cycle
- takes laxatives or vomits
- always eat food but has fear of gaining weight
- kidney problems
name 3 causes of anorexia and bulimia
1) sociocultural
2) biological; genetics
3) social factors: problems in family functioning
what is self actualization
Motivation to develop to full potential
name 3 treatments of anorexia and bulimia
1) hospitalization
2) psychotherapy
3) non invasive brain stimulation
causes of binge eating disorder
1) genetics
2) dopamine
3) stress
name and describe 3 basic organismic needs
1) competence
- met when we are able to bring desired outcomes
2) relatedness
- having warm relations with others
3) autonomy
- sense of control over life
what is intrinsic motivation
- the curiosity and interest that leads to achievement
what is extrinsic motivation
- rewards are the motivation.
- behavior only done to obtain rewards
explain self regulation
controlling behavior to achieve and pursue important objectives
what does delay of gratification mean?
to delay current possible rewards only to receive a larger reward later on.
