Arousal+Theory

toc = = = Definition: = A theory of motivation suggesting that people are motivated to maintain an optimal level of alertness and physical and mental activation. Gen Psych Chapter 9 pp. 285

= Examples: = Some people enjoy a quite evening to relax while others might prefer a loud concert to end of a tough week.

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