Why Are Narratives of Interest to Cognitive Anthropologists

question 17

Multiple Choice

Why are narratives of interest to cognitive anthropologists?

• A) They are a means for coordinating thought processes.
• B) They illustrate the limits of human imagination.
• C) They represent a higher cultural evolution.
• D) They relate unconscious desires through verbal means.

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Definitions:

Human Motives

Fundamental drives and reasons behind people's actions, thoughts, and behaviors.

Rogers

Refers to Carl Rogers, a prominent psychologist known for developing person-centered therapy and contributions to humanistic psychology.

Metamotivation

A concept in psychology that refers to higher-level motivations which go beyond basic needs, emphasizing self-actualization and personal growth.

Deprivation Needs

Basic human needs that must be fulfilled to prevent discomfort or harm, such as food, water, and sleep; derived from the concept in Maslow's hierarchy of needs that when these are unmet, individuals are motivated to satisfy them.