________________ theories propose that behavior is motivated by the desire to reduce internal tension caused by unmet biological needs, such as hunger or thirst.

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• _________ theories proposed that behavior is motivated by the “pull” of external goals such as rewards.
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• ________________ in Adler’s theory is the desire to improve oneself, master challenges, and move toward self-perfection and self-realization, considered to be the most fundamental human motive.
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• The forces that act on or within an organism to initiate and direct behavior is called _______________.
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• Freud’s belief that the primary motivation behind behavior is _________________ urges.
• ____________ is an interdisciplinary field that studies the effects of genes and hereditary on behavior.