Term ID: T4180

Overjustification Research

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Scientific investigation of how external rewards can reduce intrinsic motivation for previously enjoyable activities.
Example: Studies examining conditions under which rewards enhance versus undermine natural interest and engagement in tasks.

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Reference: Deci et al. (1999)