,“Deckers’ text provides a broad overview of several theories and empirical findings in the field of motivation.
Deckers’ style is approachable and conversational, making this text an excellent introduction to the
philosophical and scientific study of motivation.”
Sean Laraway, Professor of Research and Psychology, San Jose State University
“There have been numerous developments in the field of motivation and emotion since the publication of the
fourth edition in 2014. The updated fifth edition of Deckers’ Motivation: Biological, Psychological, and
Environmental highlights and integrates these new developments and the latest empirical work across each of
the considered topic areas. Additionally, the fifth edition also presents some of the most important classic and
historical theories. The addition of weblinks to the topics related to motivation in the media and online will be of
interest to both instructors to stimulate discussion in the classroom and to students to enhance their experience
with the text. Thus, the fifth edition is an excellent resource for an undergraduate course focused on examining
human motivation.”
Erica D. Musser, Department of Psychology, Florida International University
“This text is a classic! Dr. Lambert Deckers uses an engaging narrative along with excellent empirical and real-
life examples to articulate complex motivation theories and models. A wonderful recipe for learning—which also
complements my teaching.”
Steven J. Kohn, Department of Psychology, Counseling, and Family Therapy, Valdosta State University
2
,Motivation
This textbook provides a complete overview of motivation and emotion, using an
overarching organizational scheme of how biological, psychological, and environmental
sources become motivation—the inducement of behavior, feelings, and cognition. It
combines classic studies with current research and uses numerous real-world examples
to engage the student and make often-difficult theoretical concepts come to life. By
understanding and applying the principles of motivation described in the text, students
will not only discover insights into what motivates their own behavior but also how to
instigate self-change.
Thoroughly revised and updated throughout, this fifth edition provides a major
review of recent research, with over 225 new references, including expansion in the areas
of goal motivation and emotion psychology. Other updated topics include new findings
and interpretations on how evolution affects our preferences, how personality traits
determine motivation, and how self-control depends on a cost/benefit analysis. The
addition of individual chapter glossaries and an increased number of links to additional
resources supplement student learning. This textbook is suitable as a primary text for
courses on motivation.
For additional resources, please consult the companion website at
www.routledge.com/cw/deckers.
Lambert Deckers is a professor emeritus of psychological science at Ball State
University in Muncie, Indiana. He taught psychology courses for 45 years, with 40 years
devoted to teaching a course in motivation and emotion. He also taught courses in the
psychology of learning, and history and systems of psychology. Professor Deckers is a
charter member of the Association for Psychological Science and a member of the
Society for the Study of Motivation.
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, Motivation
Biological, Psychological, and Environmental
Fifth Edition
LAMBERT DECKERS
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Deckers’ style is approachable and conversational, making this text an excellent introduction to the
philosophical and scientific study of motivation.”
Sean Laraway, Professor of Research and Psychology, San Jose State University
“There have been numerous developments in the field of motivation and emotion since the publication of the
fourth edition in 2014. The updated fifth edition of Deckers’ Motivation: Biological, Psychological, and
Environmental highlights and integrates these new developments and the latest empirical work across each of
the considered topic areas. Additionally, the fifth edition also presents some of the most important classic and
historical theories. The addition of weblinks to the topics related to motivation in the media and online will be of
interest to both instructors to stimulate discussion in the classroom and to students to enhance their experience
with the text. Thus, the fifth edition is an excellent resource for an undergraduate course focused on examining
human motivation.”
Erica D. Musser, Department of Psychology, Florida International University
“This text is a classic! Dr. Lambert Deckers uses an engaging narrative along with excellent empirical and real-
life examples to articulate complex motivation theories and models. A wonderful recipe for learning—which also
complements my teaching.”
Steven J. Kohn, Department of Psychology, Counseling, and Family Therapy, Valdosta State University
2
,Motivation
This textbook provides a complete overview of motivation and emotion, using an
overarching organizational scheme of how biological, psychological, and environmental
sources become motivation—the inducement of behavior, feelings, and cognition. It
combines classic studies with current research and uses numerous real-world examples
to engage the student and make often-difficult theoretical concepts come to life. By
understanding and applying the principles of motivation described in the text, students
will not only discover insights into what motivates their own behavior but also how to
instigate self-change.
Thoroughly revised and updated throughout, this fifth edition provides a major
review of recent research, with over 225 new references, including expansion in the areas
of goal motivation and emotion psychology. Other updated topics include new findings
and interpretations on how evolution affects our preferences, how personality traits
determine motivation, and how self-control depends on a cost/benefit analysis. The
addition of individual chapter glossaries and an increased number of links to additional
resources supplement student learning. This textbook is suitable as a primary text for
courses on motivation.
For additional resources, please consult the companion website at
www.routledge.com/cw/deckers.
Lambert Deckers is a professor emeritus of psychological science at Ball State
University in Muncie, Indiana. He taught psychology courses for 45 years, with 40 years
devoted to teaching a course in motivation and emotion. He also taught courses in the
psychology of learning, and history and systems of psychology. Professor Deckers is a
charter member of the Association for Psychological Science and a member of the
Society for the Study of Motivation.
3
, Motivation
Biological, Psychological, and Environmental
Fifth Edition
LAMBERT DECKERS
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