MOTIVATION

Motivation

The process of stimulating people to action to accomplish desired goals.

Drive Theory

A theory suggesting that the primary motivation behind all human behavior is to reduce drives caused by physiological needs.

Drive

A state of arousal or discomfort triggered by a person's physiological or biological needs.

Homeostasis

The body's tendency to maintain a state of balance or equilibrium.

Push Motivation

A behavior where an individual is driven to complete a task due to external factors or pressures.

Pull Motivation

A behavior where an individual feels naturally drawn towards an activity driven by internal factors.

Biological Motives

Motives essential for the survival of the organism, triggered by imbalances in the body.

Hunger Motive

Motivated behavior stemming from the need to satisfy hunger to maintain homeostasis.

Thirst Motive

Motivated behavior stemming from the need to hydrate when fluid levels decrease.

Achievement Motive

A desire to achieve goals, often developed through observing successful individuals.

Aggressive Motive

A motive to react aggressively in the face of frustration or obstacles.

Power Motive

A concern with having an impact on others and influencing them according to one's desires.