Wants
Wants
Wants (/wɒnts/), derived from the Old Norse word vant, is a term used in psychology and sociology to refer to the desires or wishes of an individual or group. These desires can be influenced by various factors such as culture, society, personal preferences, and basic human needs.
Etymology
The term "wants" originates from the Old Norse word vant, which means 'lack' or 'deficiency'. Over time, the term has evolved to refer to a desire or wish for something that one does not have.
Related Terms
- Needs: These are basic requirements for survival such as food, water, and shelter. Needs are different from wants in that they are necessary for survival, while wants are not.
- Desires: This term is often used interchangeably with wants. However, desires often refer to stronger feelings of wanting something.
- Motivation: This is the driving force behind all wants and needs. It is what pushes individuals to strive to fulfill their wants and needs.
- Consumer Behavior: This is the study of how individuals make decisions to spend their available resources (time, money, effort) on consumption-related items. It includes the study of what they buy, why they buy it, when they buy it, where they buy it, how often they buy it, and how often they use it.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Wants
- Wikipedia's article - Wants
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