Motivation theories
You feel really sleepy during the afternoon so you
You lie down and nap for 30 minutes.
Your sleepiness goes away, and you feel refreshed.
What is this theory?
What is Drive Reduction?
Lila has two invitations for the weekend. One is to a concert for her favorite band, and the other is to a fun dinner party with her close friends. She really wants to do both but can only choose one.
What is Approach-Approach?
Sophia is walking down a dark alley late at night when she hears footsteps behind her. Her heart begins to race, and she starts to feel shaky and tense. It's only after noticing her physical reaction—her increased heart rate and trembling—that she realizes she feels afraid.
What is James-Lange theory?
Maria is working on her art project at home. It’s quiet, and she starts to feel bored and unfocused. To boost her energy and concentration, she puts on upbeat music in the background. With the music on, she feels more engaged and creative.
What is Arousal theory?
Tom's car breaks down, and he needs to decide between spending a lot of money to repair it or taking public transportation, which is inconvenient and time-consuming. Neither option is appealing to him, but he has to pick one.
What is Avoidance-Avoidance?
Tom is in a crowded stadium when a loud noise suddenly goes off. Almost instantly, he feels a surge of fear and his heart starts to race at the same time.
What is Cannon-Bard Theory?
Jasmine is performing in her school’s spring play. During early rehearsals with no audience, she feels too relaxed and forgets some lines. On opening night, the huge crowd makes her super nervous, and she stumbles over her words.
What is Yerkes- Dodson Law?
Hannah has been offered a promotion at work, but it would require relocating to a new city. The promotion comes with a higher salary and more responsibilities, which she’s excited about, but she’s also nervous about moving away from her family and adjusting to an unfamiliar place. The opportunity seems great, but the potential downsides make her hesitant.
What is Approach-Avoidance?
Lena is sitting in a crowded theater, eagerly waiting for the movie to start. Suddenly, the lights go out, and the sound system crackles. Her heart starts to race, and she feels a bit jittery. At first, she doesn't know why she feels this way. Then, as she notices other people looking nervous and whispering about a possible power failure, she realizes she feels anxious because of the situation and the uncertainty of what might happen next.
What is Schater's Two-factor Theory?
Every year, monarch butterflies travel thousands of miles to migrate south for the winter. Despite never being taught the route, the butterflies know when and where to go, guided by the changing seasons.
What is Instinct theory?
Hayden is at soccer practice when all of a sudden, he gets a crippling stomach ache and his stomach begins to growl,later on he remembers he only had a banana for breakfast. What hormone is causing this?
What is Ghrelin?
Samantha receives unexpected praise from her boss for her hard work on a project. This positive feedback makes her feel joyful and confident. As a result, she feels more open to new ideas and begins to think about future projects she can take on. Her positive mood also strengthens her relationships with coworkers, making her more eager to collaborate with them in the futur
What is Broaden and Build Theory?
James, a college student, decides to study late into the night for an exam. While the material is difficult and the process of studying isn’t enjoyable, he’s motivated by the possibility of : earning praise from his professors and a high GPA, which could lead to internships and job offers after graduation.
What is Incentive theory?
Emma has always weighed around 130 lbs, and despite her best efforts to either lose or gain weight, her body seems to resist drastic changes. She tries dieting and exercising to lose a few pounds, but no matter how hard she works, she eventually finds herself back around 130 lbs. On the flip side, when she tries to gain weight, she also finds it difficult to consistently maintain a higher weight, even with increased calorie intake.
What is Set Point Theory?
Ethan is feeling down after a long day at work. He decides to try something his therapist recommended: he forces himself to smile in the mirror for a few minutes, even though he doesn’t feel like it. Surprisingly, after a little while, he starts to feel slightly better—less stressed and even a bit happier. He notices that his mood lifts as he maintains the smile.