Reg Psych Sem 2 Final

What is the top level of the hierarchy of needs?

• Physiological

• Social

• Self Actualization

• Esteem

Positive and negative environmental stimuli that motivate behavior are called

• needs.

• set point.

• incentives.

• instincts.

Homeostasis, which is the goal of drive reduction, is defined as

• the body's tendency to maintain a constant internal state.

• a physical need that usually triggers motivational arousal.

• an aroused or activated state that is often triggered by a physiological need.

• a desire to perform behavior in return for rewards.

Motivational theory that focuses on internal states of tension, such as hunger, that motivate us to pursue actions that reduce tension

• Drive reduction theory
• Instinct theory
• Arousal theory
• Incentive theory

Teddy works in a warehouse unpacking inventory. He finds that he needs to listen to podcasts in order to keep himself interested in his work.

• Incentive Theory

• Evolutionary Theory

• Drive-Reduction Theory

• Arousal Theory

Theory that focuses on the role of the unconscious desires and early childhood experiences in shaping personality is...

• Trait Theory

• Evolutionary Theory

• Humanistic Theory

• Psychodynamic Theory

Reverting back to immature behavior from an earlier stage of development

• Repression
• Regression
• Sublimation
• Displacement

Not throwing away your dog leash and dog collar after your dog died, because you are hoping he comes back is an example of which defense mechanism?

• Projection
• Denial
• Reaction Formation

Paul, an aggressive child, had problems in elementary school, as he would frequently fight with other children. Paul found when he entered high school that he could channel this hostility into sports such as football and soccer.

• sublimation
• reaction formation
• projection
• regression

Tommy is a liar. Instead of admitting his flaws he frequently accuses others of lying. What defense mechanism is Tommy using?

• Denial
• Displacement
• Reaction formation
• Projection