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Emotional Theories and Motivation in Crisis Response

Sarah is a resident of a small coastal town that experienced major flooding during a hurricane. Her town suffered catastrophic damage, and Sarah volunteered to assist in the search and rescue of victims and recovery and repair of her community. Explain how each of the following factors contributes to Sarah’s experience volunteering in her community.

Group 1

Emotion: Canon-Bard Theory of Emotion

Definition:

Question 1a

Short answer

Contribution to Sarah’s Experience:

Group 2

Emotion: Two-Factor Theory of Emotion

Definition:

Question 2a

Short answer

Apply the Two-factor theory of emotion to explain how Sarah's cognitive appraisal of her experiences during the volunteer work might influence her emotional response to the situation.

Question 2b

Short answer

Discuss how intrinsic motivation is likely playing a role in Sarah's continued commitment to the volunteer efforts, even as the immediate crisis begins to subside.

Group 3

Motivation: Achievement Theory

Definition:

Question 3a

Short answer

Contribution to Sarah’s Experience:

Group 4

Motivation: Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation

Definition:

Question 4a

Short answer

Contribution to Sarah’s Experience:

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