Which School of Psychology Could Account Most Easily for the Primary

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which school of psychology could account most easily for the primary way in which emotions influence motivation?

• A) psychoanalytic
• B) functionalist
• C) behaviourist
• D) Gestalt

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Definitions:

Sadness

An emotion characterized by feelings of unhappiness and low spirits, often as a response to loss or disappointment.

Persistent Depressive Disorder

A long-term form of depression characterized by a persistent low mood and other depressive symptoms.

Major Depressive Disorder

A mental condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities.

Seasonal Affective Disorder

A type of depression that's related to changes in seasons, typically starting in the late fall and early winter and going away during the spring and summer.