Chapter 11: Motivation and Work

Sexual Motivation

Human Sexual Motivation
Human sexual motivation is an unusual motivation; in regard to animals, we discuss sexual motivation as, "drive," or an instinct that provokes the animal to engage in reproductive behavior. Why don't simply give in to an internal push towards sexual behavior? Find out here.

Answers to Your Questions About Sexual Orientation and Homosexuality
The American Psychological Association offers this thorough question/answer page on the science behind sexual orientation.

The Need to Belong

Social Acceptance and Stress
From Good Health Magazine, this article discusses how a social network increases your ability to handle stress. Read on for tips on how to strengthen your social safety net.

The Dynamics of Intelligence

Child Trends Research Brief
Helping Teens Develop Healthy Social Skills and Relationships: What the Research Shows about Navigating Adolescence seeks to spread a better understanding of how adolescents gain the skills needed to engage in and maintain relationships. The authors examined the factors that lead to high-quality social relationships and good social skills and looked at intervention strategies that target these areas.