External Stimuli in AP Psychology

Definition

External stimuli refer to the sensory inputs that we receive from the environment around us, such as sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and touch. These stimuli can influence our motivations and behaviors.

Related terms

Incentives:

Incentives are external stimuli that attract or repel us towards certain actions or goals. They can be rewards or punishments that motivate behavior.

Sensory Perception:

Sensory perception is the process by which our senses detect and interpret external stimuli. It involves how we see, hear, taste, smell, and feel the world around us.

Operant Conditioning:

Operant conditioning is a learning theory that focuses on how external stimuli (rewards and punishments) shape our behaviors through reinforcement and punishment.