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Jul 7, 2022 · This review aims to provide an overview of the conceptualization, measurement, and neurobiology of intrinsic motivation, providing a framework for understanding the potential contributions to psychopathology and its treatment. Go to: Historical conceptualizations of intrinsic motivation.
- 10.1017/S0033291722001611
- 2022/07
- Psychol Med. 2022 Jul; 52(10): 1801-1816.
Intrinsically motivated behaviors are computationally similar to extrinsically motivated behaviors, in that they strive to maximize reward value and minimize punishment. However, our understanding of the neurocognitive mechanisms that underlie intrinsically motivated behavior remains limited.
Apr 1, 2024 · Intrinsic theory suggests that individuals are motivated by internal factors like enjoyment and satisfaction, while extrinsic theory suggests that external factors like rewards and social pressure drive behavior. Arousal theory says that to feel motivated, people try to keep an optimal level of activation or excitement.
Mar 24, 2017 · Over the past four decades, experimental and field research guided by self-determination theory (SDT; Ryan and Deci, 2017) has found intrinsic motivation to predict enhanced learning, performance, creativity, optimal development and psychological wellness.
- Stefano I. Di Domenico, Richard M. Ryan, Richard M. Ryan
- 2017
Apr 1, 2020 · First, we revisit classic definitions of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, before reviewing contemporary research on how these motivations are affected by classroom practices, especially teachers’ support of learners’ basic psychological needs.
- Richard M. Ryan, Edward L. Deci
- 2020
The most basic distinction is between intrinsic motivation, which refers to doing something because it is inherently interest-ing or enjoyable, and extrinsic motivation, which refers to doing something because it leads to a separable outcome.
Jan 1, 2000 · Intrinsic motivation remains an important construct, reflecting the natural human propensity to learn and assimilate. However, extrinsic motivation is argued to vary considerably in its relative autonomy and thus can either reflect external control or true self-regulation.
