According to the optimal levels of motivation, it can be graphed as this
What is an inverted U?
If you are nervous for a test, this theory states you will do worse.
What is the Optimal Level of Arousal?
There are many different emotions that can't be recognized easily from facial expressions or in other cultures.
What are secondary emotions?
This theory states that physiological arousal requires a cognitive interpretation (not automatic) before it is experienced as emotion
What is the two-factor theory?
The experience of an emotion in which a cognitive label is necessary.
What is the Two-Factor Theroy?
Most people do better at this level of arousal
What is moderate level?
According to drive reduction theory, what state are we always trying to reach
What is homeostasis?
People of all cultures show the six basic emotions. This suggests that these emotions are
What is primary emotions?
This is where intrinsic motivation comes from
What is personal enjoyment?
The easiest and most reliable way to interpret emotions.
What are facial expressions?
This theory states that basic levels of motivation must be satisfied before going to higher levels
What is Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
Instincts are the basis of these types of theories of motivation
What is Evolutionary?
You stuff yourself with three slices of pizza, 2 burritos, and a large diet coke. As you walk out of the restaurant you see an ice cream stand and decide to eat three large sundaes. This behavior contradicts this theory of motivation
What is drive theory?