2014-06-02

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Feeling motivated? Even if you are, do you know why? The story of Aaron Ralston can tell us a lot about motivation. In this episode of Crash Course Psychology, Hank tells us Ralston's story, as well as 4 theories of motivation and some evolutionary perspectives on motivation.

Want more videos about psychology? Check out our sister channel SciShow Psych at https://www.youtube.com/scishowpsych!

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Chapters:

Introduction: Motivation 00:00

What is Motivation? 1:08

Evolutionary Perspective: Instincts 1:29

Drive-Reduction Theory: Homeostasis & Incentives 2:37

Optimal Arousal 3:39

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs 4:49

How Sex Motivates Us 5:29

How Hunger Motivates Us 6:32

Effects of Hunger & Starvation 7:59

How Social Belonging Motivates Us 9:33

Review & Credits 10:34

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