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Biological and Evolutionary Theories of Motivation

9th Grade · Social Studies · US-IA-SS

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Goal

Explain how biological mechanisms, evolutionary drives, and physiological homeostasis regulate human motivation.

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  1. Defining Motivation and Sources of DriveUp next
  2. Evolutionary Perspective and Instinct TheoriesNot started yet
  3. Drive-Reduction Theory and HomeostasisNot started yet
  4. Arousal Theory and the Yerkes-Dodson LawNot started yet
  5. Hunger Physiology: Hypothalamic Regulation and HormonesNot started yet
  6. Set-Point Theory and Metabolic AdaptationNot started yet
  7. Biological and Evolutionary Factors in Thirst and Temperature RegulationNot started yet
  8. Biological and Hormonal Bases of Sexual MotivationNot started yet
  9. Dopaminergic Pathways and the Brain Reward CircuitYou are here
  10. Integrating Biological and Genetic Influences on MotivationNot started yet
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Learning standards covered

us-iaSS.9-12.Psy.25Iowa Social Studies Standards · 6th Grade

Explain how biological, cognitive, social, and cultural factors interact to influence motivation.