Term ID: T4223

Overjustification Effect Research

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Scientific investigation of how external rewards can reduce intrinsic motivation for previously enjoyable activities.
Example: Studies examining conditions that determine when rewards enhance versus undermine natural interest and task engagement.

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Reference: Cameron et al. (2001)