AP Psychology - Motivation

Instinct theory

• Comes from an internal need to do something e.g. get a drink if thirsty
• Is based on evolution and natural desires e.g. Migration

Arousal Theory

• Arousal should be kept balanced e.g. if you are bored, play a game or if you are very excited, take part in a calming activity.
• Follow internal desires e.g. if you are thirsty get a drink.

It is characteristic of robins to build nests. This is an example of:

• a set point
• homeostasis
• a drive
• an instinct

Hunger triggering hormone produced by the lateral hypothalamus.

• Ghrelin
• Orexin
• Leptin
• Glucose

Proposed a hierarchy of needs that suggests a strive toward self-actualization when other needs are met.

• Alfred Kinsey
• Masters & Johnson
• Abraham Maslow
• Paul Ekman

Stimulation of this area would cause a rat to begin eating.

• lateral hypothalamus
• ventromedial hypothalamus
• hippocampus
• prefrontal cortex

The Yerkes-Dodson Law predicts that most people would perform an easy task best if they are at a 

• high level of arousal
• low level of arousal
• baseline state
• level of self-actualization

Hunger hormone produced by empty tummies.

• Orexin
• Leptin
• Ghrelin
• Insulin

Which of the following is NOT an example of an incentive?

• $1000
• dehydration
• electric shock
• smell of popcorn

Professor Sanford explains that the need for physical safety must be met before city dwellers will be motivated to form close friendships with fellow citizens. Professor Sanford is providing an example of:

• set points
• a hierarchy of motives
• homeostasis
• instincts