The Psychobiology of Human Motivation
By Hugh Wagner
Series: Psychology Focus
- List Price: $26.95
- ISBN: 978-0-415-19275-0
- Published by: Routledge
- Publication Date: 02/18/1999
- Pages: 208
- Trim Size: 216X138
- Illustrations: 18 line figures
- Binding(s): Paperback
- Lecturers/Professors only: request inspection copy
About the Book
Why is one person motivated to create a business empire whilst another is inspired to produce a beautiful work of art? Why do some people prefer a quiet life?The Psychobiology of Human Motivation explores what directs our behaviour, from basic physiological needs like hunger and thirst to more complex aspects of social behaviour like altruism. Hugh Wagner explores the limits of biological explanations and shows how humans can influence `basic' physiological drives in order to adapt to a complex social environment.
You may also be interested in:
Children's Social Competence in Context
Barry H Schneider
Published 12/19/1992
Barry Schneider explains the dynamics by which home, school, and culture may come to influence the emergence of the child's social competence. The theoretical foundations and scope of relevant researc…
Genius and Eminence
Robert S Albert
Published 08/21/1992
A fascinating introduction to the research into, and theories, of exceptional achievement. Topics covered include the arguments around personal dynamics and biological processes, the IQ issue, and how…
Social Dilemmas
Wim Liebrand, David Messick, Henk Wilke
Published 11/24/1992
This book describes the advances and insights made by social scientists from around the world into the understanding and resolution of social dilemmas. Each chapter discusses its own research findings…