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Motivation theory
Motivation theory In psychology, the theory that internal forces and purposes determine human responsivity. Any motivation theory specifying internal goals, wants, desires, objectives and purposes as causes of present behavior is teleological and violates the scientifically established law that causes be antecedent to their effects.
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Psychology
The scientific study of mental processes and behavior.
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Single or whole; not dualistic or pluralistic.
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Mullerian ducts
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