Exam 9: Motivation, Stress, and Emotion

Schachter and Singer proposed that two things have to happen before emotion occurs: _____ and _____.

Explain the concept of the drive-reduction theory. Be sure to include information about a need, drive, primary drives, secondary (acquired) drives, and homeostasis.

Which of the following is the best example of an individualistic culture?

________ occurs when people experience unpleasant stressors.

Which is the best explanation of the Cannon-Bard theory?

Michael was cut from his high school basketball team. He told his friends that he was cut because the coach did not like him, but his close friends know Michael was cut because he hardly ever practiced. In this situation, Michael's excuse is an example of a(n) ________________ frustration, while the fact he despises practicing is an example of a(n) ________________ frustration.

Maslow's hierarchy of needs has been described as a pyramid with several different levels. Please discuss each level of the pyramid, and use detailed personal examples to explain each need.

Although Kim just ate a huge meal and feels "stuffed," the idea of a chocolate sundae is too good to pass up. Which motivational term explains the appeal of the sundae?

Which of the following statements would best be associated with Carol Dweck?

Primary drives are ________.

A psychologist who has studied emotions with Paul Ekman for decades is going to present a summary of the research. Which title might this psychologist consider?

Which two different terms best describe Schachter and Singer's theory of emotion?

A stimulus motive is one that appears to be ________.

Bobby is a very active 5-year-old compared to others in his class. He appears to seek a great deal of stimulation, and is very playful, curious, and explorative. Bobby's seemingly unlearned motives, which are likely to increase stimulation, are called ________.

Jasmine often requires her friends' approval when she buys new outfits. Her need is an example of a(n) __________ drive.

A sensation seeker is a person who only engages in extreme, potentially life-threatening acts.

The concept that an organism is motivated to act because its body is in a state of need is based on the __________ theory.

John has never missed his sales quota, but believes that each quarter he must sell more than he did the previous quarter in order to keep his job. Accordingly, he is working 60 or more hours a week, and is not taking a vacation this year. John is likely experiencing burnout if he exhibits which of the following?

Maslow's work has had an impact on the field of ________.

Jose's medically ideal weight is 250 pounds. He would be considered to be obese when and if he weighed ________ pounds.