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Motivation TheoriesBiosocial Theory & Theory of

Arousal

Pamela Drake, Priscilla Miles, Tara Neave, & Michelle Wright

Introduction In this presentation the theory of

Arousal and Biosocial Theory are being presented and discussed as theories of motivation. To do that the major themes, definitions, theorists, and the effectiveness of the theories are being presented. Please enjoy.

Biosocial Theory - Overview

Nature & Nurture

Genetic & Environmental

Equally Important

Independent

Interactive

Biosocial Theory - Examples

Example 1: Sex/Gender Differences

Example 2: Antisocial Behavior

Biosocial Theorists Identify Individuals Associated with

Biosocial Theory – Robert C. Cloninger 1980

Van GoghM.M Linehan

Biosocial Theorists Identify Individuals Associated with

Biosocial Theory – P.A.E.I

Creative thinker Personality disorders

Effectiveness of Biosocial Theory

Evaluate the Effectiveness of Biosocial Theory in Explaining Various Behaviors

• Antisocial Behavior

Feel neglected and powerless

Negative spirit and pride

Effectiveness of Biosocial Theory

Evaluate the Effectiveness of Biosocial Theory in Explaining Various Behaviors

Violent Behavior

• Impaired judgment

• Continued aggression

Theory of Arousal - Overview

Connection Between Body & Emotions

Arousal is Preparedness for Action

Action Readiness

Theory of Arousal - Examples

Example 1: Emergency Response

Example 2: Sexual Arousal

Theory of Arousal Theorists

Identify Individuals Associated with Theory of Arousal –

Lander Et Al (1985) William James

Theory of Arousal Theorists

Identify Individuals Associated with Theory of Arousal–

Performance,RomanceAngerJealousy

Effectiveness of Theory of Arousal

Evaluate the Effectiveness of Theory of Arousal in Explaining Various Behaviors

Disorders of Arousal

• Violent behaviors

confusional arousal

sleepwalking

sleep terror

Effectiveness of Theory of Arousal

Evaluate the Effectiveness of Theory of Arousal in Explaining Various Behaviors

low levels of autonomic and cortical arousal

negative linear relationship between arousability and delinquent acts

Conclusion In conclusion we have learned that both theories can be effective

in their own right and when practiced right can help those who believe and put them to practice. For example, as stated in previous slides with biosocial theory if a person who is antisocial and or violent with proper guidance and emotional regulation and teaching they can progress and learn to live in our society as well as be happier. Next with the theory of arousal you can see that when the theory of low cortical and autonomic arousal can be linked with delinquent acts which can lead to criminal activity later in life because they seek risky situations and activities in order to feel arousal in their lives. Both of these theories can certainly be applied to us as humans for motivators and both make ample points towards our behaviors and how to help those with what we consider negative behaviors. Hopefully you now know more about Biosocial and the theory of Arousal than at the beginning of this presentation and have a better concept of the two as well.

References Beaver, K. M., & Holtfreter, K. (2009). Biosocial influences on

fraudulent behaviors. The Journal of Genetic Psychology 170(2), pp. 101-114.

Cloninger, C. R. (1986a). “A systematic method for clinical description and classification of personality variants: A proposal.” Archives of General Psychiatry, 44, 573-588.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov biosocial theories http://psychology.about.com/od/psychologytopics/tp/theories-of-moti

vation.htm Arousal theory

Coren, S. (1998) Arousal predisposition as a predictor of antisocial and delinquent behavior Retrieved from http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0191886999000288

Deckers, L. (2010). Motivation: Biological, psychological, and environmental (3rd ed.). Boston, MA: Allyn & Bacon.

Perth & Kinross Council  (2012) Retrieved from http://www.pkc.gov.uk/Community+life+and+leisure/Crime+prevention+and+community+safety/