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Motivation
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Definition
: Those factors which cause an organism to behave or act in either a goal-seeking or satisfying manner. They may be influenced by physiological drives or by external stimuli.
human & animal
See Also
Cognitive Dissonance
;
Intention
;
Libido
Examples
Achievement
;
Aspirations (Psychology)
;
Conflict (Psychology)
;
Drive
;
Exploratory Behavior
;
Food Deprivation
;
Goals
;
Handling (Psychology)
;
Instinct
;
Intention
;
Power (Psychology)
;
Water Deprivation
Other names
Incentives; Incentive; Disincentive; Disincentives