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The Psychological and Physiological Basis of Motivation and Emotion in Psychology

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Both our psychology and biology affect how we feel and why we take action. This article will discuss the psychological and physiological basis of motivation and emotion.

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What Drives Motivation?

Our motivations have both psychological and physiological roots. Psychologically, our needs, goals, and expectations inspire motivation. We work to fulfill basic needs and achieve important goals. Believing goals can be reached keeps us trying.

Physiologically, hormones and our energy levels guide motivation. When hungry or tired, our bodies push us to eat and rest. Low blood sugar or high caffeine levels alter what we feel driven to do. Maintaining balance physically impacts motivation.

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Understanding Emotions

Emotions also stem from both the mind and body. Psychologically, how we think affects what we feel. Positive self-talk lifts moods, while negative thoughts trigger stress. Memories link to emotions through association.

Physiologically, parts of the brain elicit automatic emotional responses. Seeing a snake triggers instinctual fear before thinking. Hormones and neurotransmitters chemically induce discrete feelings in the body, too.

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Effect on Relationships

Strong emotional and motivational skills help relationships. Psychologically, empathy and listening skills nurture closeness and conflict resolution.

Biologically, hormones like oxytocin build sensitivity and trust between people. Touch and eye contact activate this response physiologically. Misreading feelings due to poor skills strains bonds.

The Impact at Work

Work requires motivation and cooperation. Psychologically, setting clear work goals focuses energy. Leaders who understand emotions inspire loyalty and productivity.

Stress hormones rise physiologically from unproductive conflict. Without skills to interpret cues or handle outbursts, work suffers from increased mistakes or quitting.

Health Linkages

Motivation and emotions drastically affect health both psychologically and physically. Ignoring feelings correlates with anxiety and appetite issues long-term.

At a physiological level, persistent stress harms immunity and heart health through hormones like cortisol. Managing emotions reduces disease risks over the life course.

Developing Skills over Time

With practice, motivational and emotional skills grow. Psychologically, activities to build self-awareness strengthen competence. Journaling aids in addressing underlying negative thoughts and beliefs.

Physiologically, relaxation responses counteract distress through calming neurotransmitters. Balanced lifestyles with healthy routines boost abilities in both the mind and body as well.

Mastering Challenging Feelings

Big emotions require skills to handle productively. Psychologically, changing unhelpful perspectives helps difficult feelings feel temporary and surmountable.

Physiologically, exercise provides an outlet to dispel pent-up tension or sadness through endorphins. With time and effort, innate responses to threats become less controlling.

Nurturing Skills in Children

Motivation and emotional competence develop gradually. Parents who listen with empathy build secure attachments psychologically in kids.

Hugs and praise physiologically activate the brain’s pleasure centers in children, cementing positive core beliefs. Threatening disciplinary styles backfire biologically and psychologically.

Psychological vs. Physiological Basis of Motivation and Emotion

Motivation and emotions play a huge role in how we function from day to day. Our motivations drive the actions we take, while emotions color our experiences. Both motivation and emotion have bases in both psychology and physiology. Let's explore the differences between the psychological and physiological drivers of motivation and emotion.

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Psychological Basis of Motivation

From a psychological perspective, motivation is driven by our internal thoughts, beliefs, and desires. A few key psychological factors that influence motivation include:

  • Needs and Goals - Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory proposes that we are motivated to fulfill basic needs like hunger and safety before pursuing higher-level needs. We set goals to meet these needs.
  • Expectancies - Our expectations of being able to accomplish goals and expectations of the rewards involved motivate us. If we don't believe we can do something, we won't be motivated to try.
  • Incentives - The anticipation of tangible or intangible rewards provides motivation. Wanting praise for doing well on a project motivates performance.
  • Emotions - Feelings like pride, confidence, and excitement stimulate motivation when associated with goal-related thoughts and memories.

For example, a student is motivated psychologically to study for an exam by the need to get a good grade (goal), the expectation they can pass if they put in the effort, and the desire to feel proud of their performance.

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Physiological Basis of Motivation

Physiologically, biological and chemical factors in our bodies influence motivation. Key physiological motivators include:

  • Hormones - Hormones like dopamine, serotonin, adrenaline, and cortisol affect moods and appetite, impacting what we feel motivated to do.
  • Energy levels - When tired, we lack the motivation to engage in demanding tasks but feel motivated to rest. Caffeine spikes energy and motivation artificially.
  • Homeostasis - The drive to maintain equilibrium inspires eating when fasting and resting when stressed. Physiological imbalances reduce motivation.
  • Addictions - Substances like drugs activate the brain's reward system in a way that becomes motivating behavior.

For example, physiological motivation for a healthy breakfast may come from low blood sugar, creating hunger pangs rather than any psychological needs or goals.

Psychological Basis of Emotion

Psychologically, our thoughts and memories strongly influence what evokes emotions in us. Some factors include:

  • Appraisals - How we evaluate or appraise situations mentally triggers discrete emotions. Seeing a snake elicits fear based on the thought, "this is dangerous."
  • Association - Related concepts, people, or symbols that thoughts connect to can induce emotions. Memorial jewelry may stir sadness years later.
  • Perspectives - Considering another's viewpoint through empathy evokes corresponding feelings in us.
  • Regulation - Cognitive tactics like reframing or journaling help manage uncomfortable emotions at the psychological level.

Physiologically, biological warning responses still drive base emotions, but higher cognition modifies them.

Physiological Basis of Emotion

Physiologically, emotions arise from innate biological response patterns in our brains and bodies. Key physiological emotion triggers include:

  • Limbic system - Areas like the amygdala detect threats reflexively and initiate hardwired fear responses without thinking.
  • Neurotransmitters - Chemicals like serotonin impact moods physiologically. Low serotonin may elevate the risks of depression.
  • Hormones - Surges of adrenaline or oxytocin from physiological stimuli activate states like excitement or attachment at a primal level.
  • Senses - Sights, sounds, or smells automatically elicit evolved defense responses, sometimes before cognition. A hissing snake may spark fear fast.
  • Somatovisceral - Changes in heart rate, breathing, and sweat due to threats or rewards bidirectionally influence emotional experience physiologically.

For example, the physiological startle reflex makes us scream and jump during scary movies before our higher cognition realizes it's not real.

Examples of Psychological and Physiological Dynamics

Some clear examples illustrate how both psychology and physiology interact dynamically in motivation and emotion:

Stress:

  • Psychological stress comes from threats to self-esteem, deadlines, etc., but physiological stress responses still involve cortisol, increased heart rate, and inflammation.

Anxiety:

  • Fears develop through learning, but panic attacks involve adrenaline surges and hyperventilation driven by inherent fight-or-flight systems.

Love:

  • Attachment forms due to psychological bonding, but physiological pleasure responses in areas like the caudate during sex act as a natural reward.

In summary, while psychological factors strongly influence our motivations and emotions, innate physiological substrates within our brains and bodies provide indispensable biological bases as well, interacting complexly. Understanding both aspects gives a fuller picture.

Conclusion

In summary, many factors within our psychology and bodies affect why we feel and act as we do. Understanding these deeper motivational and emotional forces empowers managing them effectively through life’s challenges. Competence enhances health, relationships, and achieving goals regarding the "Psychological and physiological basis of motivation and emotion."

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Psychological And Physiological Basis Of Motivation And Emotion FAQs

Yes, conflicts can arise when psychological motivations, such as career ambitions, clash with physiological motivations, like the need for rest or sustenance. Balancing these motivations is essential for overall well-being.

Emotions typically involve a combination of psychological and physiological components. However, the relative influence of these components can vary based on the emotional experience and individual differences.

Managing conflicting motivations involves prioritizing and finding a balance between psychological and physiological needs. Effective time management, setting priorities, and self-awareness can help in finding this balance.

The intensity of emotions can vary widely, and it's not solely determined by whether they have a psychological or physiological basis. The intensity of an emotion may be influenced by personal experiences, context, and specific emotional triggers.

Yes, techniques like mindfulness and deep breathing can help control physiological responses to emotions, such as managing stress and anxiety. These practices can promote emotional regulation.
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