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Alderfer’s ERG Theory of motivation was developed by Clayton Paul Alderfer. He further expanded Maslow's hierarchy of needs by categorizing the hierarchy into his ERG theory of motivation (Existence, Relatedness and Growth).

He then proposed a regression theory to go along with the ERG theory. He said that when needs in a higher category are not met then individuals redouble the efforts invested in a lower category need. For example if self actualization or self esteem is not met then individuals will invest more effort in the relatedness category in the hopes of achieving the higher need.


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Motivation
Types of Motivation
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Aspects of motivation
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Motivation theory
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Neuroanatomy of motivation
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Neurochemistry of motivation
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Motivation in educational settings
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Motivation in organizational settings
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Motivation in clinical settings
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Assessment of motivation
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Treating motivation problems
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Prominant workers in motivation
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Philosophy and historical views of motivation|-
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