Discuss the causes and effects of personal happiness and individual differences in perspectives on emotions

Discuss the causes and effects of personal happiness and individual differences in perspectives on emotions

Discuss the causes and effects of personal happiness and individual differences in perspectives on emotions

ASSIGNMENT OVERVIEW

This reaction and response assignment explores the various perspectives of psychology.

DELIVERABLES

A one-page paper (12-point font)

Step 1Define happiness and the factors that contribute to your happiness.

Review what this lesson says about happiness. Think about what makes you happy then write your definition of happiness.

Step 2Record your thoughts.

Based on what you have read in this lesson and your own self-exploration, write a one-page paper about what you believe are the requirements for happiness.

Part 2

  • Describe the theories and perspectives on motivation
  • Identify the different types of motivation and their nature

ASSIGNMENT OVERVIEW

This reaction and response assignment explores theories, perspectives, and types of motivation.

DELIVERABLES

A one-page (12-point font) paper

Step 1Review the major theories of motivation.

Review the major theories of motivation in this lesson and in at least two articles. For example, you might read these articles:

Step 2Answer the questions.

Answer the following questions:

  • What is motivating you to attend school?
  • What motivates you generally? Consider the arousal, incentive, and self-determination theories.
  • Where do you fall in Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs?
  • What strategies do you use to motivate yourself?

Step 3Report your findings.

Write a one-page report on your motivators based on the major theories of motivation.

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