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8. Motivation and Emotion

Motivation and emotion are extensively explored in terms of their definitions, types, and interactions. The chapter differentiates between biological and psychosocial motives, discusses Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, and offers insights into the nature of emotions and their expressions. It emphasizes the importance of managing both negative and positive emotions for improving personal well-being and interpersonal relations.

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Sections

  • 8

    Motivation And Emotion

    This section explores the nature of motivation and emotion in human behavior, detailing the types of motives, the relationship between culture and emotions, and strategies for managing emotions.

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  • 8.1

    Introduction

    This section introduces the concepts of motivation and emotion, highlighting their significance in human behavior and the way they are influenced by various factors.

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  • 8.2

    Nature Of Motivation

    This section discusses the concept of motivation, its types, and the motivational cycle, emphasizing the distinction between biological and psychosocial motives.

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  • 8.3

    Types Of Motives

    This section discusses the two main types of motives—biological and psychosocial—and explores their interdependence, along with examples.

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  • 8.3.1

    Biological Motives

    Biological motives are the innate physiological drives that prompt behavior, including hunger, thirst, and sex.

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  • 8.3.2

    Psychosocial Motives

    Psychosocial motives encompass needs derived from social and environmental interactions, influencing behaviors like achievement, affiliation, and power.

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  • 8.4

    Maslow’s Hierarchy Of Needs

    Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs outlines the pyramid of human motivation, emphasizing how lower-level needs must be met before higher-level needs can be pursued.

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  • 8.5

    Nature Of Emotions

    This section explores the nature of emotions as complex patterns involving physiological activation, subjective feelings, and cognitive interpretations that vary across cultures.

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  • 8.6

    Expression Of Emotions

    This section covers how emotions are expressed through verbal and non-verbal means, highlighting their cultural influences.

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  • 8.6.1

    Culture And Emotional Expression

    This section explores how culture influences emotional expression and labeling, highlighting the differences in emotional communication across various societies.

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  • 8.6.2

    Culture And Emotional Labeling

    This section explores how culture influences the labeling and expression of emotions.

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  • 8.7

    Managing Negative Emotions

    This section focuses on effective techniques for managing negative emotions, emphasizing the importance of emotional awareness and cognitive appraisal.

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  • 8.8

    Enhancing Positive Emotions

    This section discusses the significance of positive emotions in enhancing well-being and coping abilities, detailing various strategies for fostering those emotions.

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  • 8.9

    Key Terms

    This section discusses essential terms related to motivation and emotion, providing clarity on their definitions and significance.

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  • 8.10

    Summary

    This section explores the fundamental concepts of motivation and emotion, examining various motives, their biological and psychosocial foundations, and how these factors interplay with human behavior and cultural influences.

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What we have learnt

  • Understanding of human moti...
  • Recognition of the importan...
  • Awareness of emotional expr...

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