Drive
Drive (medical term)
Drive (/draɪv/), in the context of psychology and neuroscience, refers to an innate, biologically determined urge to attain a goal or satisfy a need.
Etymology
The term "drive" originates from the Old English word "drifan", meaning to move, proceed, or pursue. In the context of psychology, it was first used in the early 20th century to describe the motivational forces that compel organisms to act.
Definition
In the field of psychology, a drive is a state of arousal or tension triggered by a physiological or psychological need. Drives are thought to motivate an individual to take action to reduce the tension and fulfill the need, thereby returning the individual to a state of homeostasis.
In neuroscience, drive is often associated with the functioning of the limbic system, particularly the hypothalamus, which plays a key role in regulating behaviors related to survival, such as eating, drinking, and mating.
Related Terms
- Motivation: The process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors.
- Homeostasis: The tendency of a system, especially the physiological system of higher animals, to maintain internal stability.
- Hypothalamus: A region of the brain that plays a crucial role in many essential functions, including releasing hormones and regulating body temperature.
- Limbic system: A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involving several areas near the edge of the cortex concerned with instinct and mood.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Drive
- Wikipedia's article - Drive
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