Question

Explain the theory Steven Reiss developed and tested.

Answer 1

Steven Reiss proposed the theory of 16 basic desires (under theory of motivation) which he thought of when he was admitted in hospital and visualized the nurses enjoying their work.  

He deduced 16 desires which are as follows –  

1. Being curious

2. Being hungry

3. Being accepted

4. Taking care of offsprings

5. Being faithful

6. Requiring social justice

7. Being independent

8. Need for establishes environment

9. Need of work out

10. Will of power

11. Romance

12. Desire to save

13. Desire to establish social contact

14. Desire to feel safe and secure

15. Desire to establish oneself in society

16. Desire to revenge

Answer 2

A theory of motivation by Steven Reiss, the 16 Basic Desires Theory talks about the sixteen fundamental needs, values and drives that motivate a person.