Hull's Drive Theory

Hull's Drive Theory suggests that human behavior is motivated by biological drives—such as hunger, thirst, or the need for safety—that create internal tensions or states of unease. These drives generate urges to act in ways that reduce discomfort and restore balance or homeostasis. Essentially, when a biological need arises, it produces a drive that motivates behavior aimed at satisfying that need. Once the need is fulfilled, the drive diminishes, leading to a sense of relief. This theory emphasizes that our actions are driven by internal forces to maintain physical and psychological stability.