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Psych ch 8

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the biological, emotional, cognitive, or social forces that activate and direct behavior.

instinct theories

the view that certain human behaviors are innate and due to evolutionary programming.

the view that behavior is motivated by the desire to reduce internal tension caused by unmet biological needs.

the idea that the body monitors and maintains internal states, such as body temperature and energy supplies, at relatively constant levels; in general, the tendency to reach or maintain equilibrium.

a need or internal motivational state that activates behavior to reduce the need and restore homeostasis.