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Motivation

the state in which an organism experiences an inducement or incentive to do something

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motive

a hypothetical state within an organism that propels the organism toward a goal

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need

a state of deprivation

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drive

a condition of arousal in an organism that is associated with a need

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incentive

an object, person, or situation perceived as capable of satisfying a need or as desirable for its own sake

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instinct

involving an inherited disposition to activate specific behavior patterns that enable an organism to reach specific goals

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drive-reduction theory

the view that organisms learn to engage in behaviors that have the effect of reducing drives

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satiety

the state of being satisfied

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aphagic

characterized by underrating

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anorexia nervosa

a life-threatening eating disorder characterized by dramatic weight loss and a distorted body image

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emotion

a state of feeling that has cognitive, physiological, and behavioral components

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positive psychology

the field of psychology that is about personal well-being and satisfaction; you, sensual pleasure, and happiness; and options and hope for the future

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facial-feedback hypothesis

the view that stereotypical facial expressions can contribute to stereotypical emotions

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