1st Edition

The Concept of Motivation (REV) RPD

By R. S. Peters Copyright 1960
176 Pages
by Routledge

176 Pages
by Routledge

176 Pages
by Routledge

First published in 1958 with a second edition in 1969, The Concept of Motivation looks philosophically and psychologically at the idea of motivation in order to explain human behaviour. Chapters cover types of explanation in psychological theories, motives and motivations, a look at Freud’s theory, drive theories, and regression to hedonism. Despite its original publication date, the book... Read more

1. Types of Explanation in Psychological Theories 2. Motives and Motivations 3. Freud’s Theory 4. Drive Theories 5. The Regression to Hedonism; Conclusion; Bibliography; Index

Biography

R. S. Peters