Chapter 10 PSYC notes

Motivation

The process that causes an organism to move toward a goal or away from an unpleasant situation.

Intrinsic motivation

The desire to do something for its own sake and the pleasure it brings.

Extrinsic motivation

The desire to do something for external rewards, such as money and good grades.

Set point

A mechanism that maintains body weight around a programmed level.

Orexigenic substances

Hormones that increase appetite.

Anorexigenic substances

Compounds that decrease appetite.

Leptin

Protein secreted by fat cells that regulates appetite and metabolism.

Ghrelin

Hormone that stimulates appetite.

Passionate love

Intense emotions and sexual passion in a relationship.

Companionate love

Affection and trust in a relationship.

Attachment theory

Views in relationships such as secure, anxious, or avoidant.

Testosterone

Hormone that promotes sexual desire in both sexes.

Sexual scripts

Implicit rules that dictate proper sexual behavior in different situations. Varies with the person’s gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, social status, and peer group.

Approach goal

An enjoyable and pleasant incentive that a person is drawn toward, such as praise, financial reward, or a feeling of satisfaction. Ex - joining hockey team bc you want to get better and be apart of a team (______ goal)

Avoidance goal

An attempt to avoid an unpleasant outcome such as shame, embarrassment, losing money, or feeling emotional pain. Ex - joining hockey team only cause your friends are but you're scared of failing In front of them (____ goal)

Performance goals

Aimed at performing well in front of others and avoiding criticism.

Mastery goals

Focused on increasing competence and skills.

Grit

Sustained dedication to a passionate interest with determination over time.

Self-efficacy

Belief in one's capability to achieve desired results and goals.