Motivation That Is Driven by the Need for Pleasure Is

question 17

Multiple Choice

Motivation that is driven by the need for pleasure is called ________.

• A) effect
• B) hedonic
• C) utility
• D) affect

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Definitions:

Avoidant

A personality trait characterized by a pervasive pattern of social inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, and hypersensitivity to negative evaluation.

Frustration-aggression Hypothesis

A psychological theory suggesting that frustration often leads to aggressive behavior, as aggression is considered a result of being prevented from achieving a goal.

Displacement

A psychological defense mechanism in which a person redirects a negative emotion from its original source to a less threatening recipient.