Further Examining the American Dream: Differential Correlates of Intrinsic and Extrinsic Goals.

Kasser, Tim; Ryan, Richard M.

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Publication Date: 1996

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Further Examining the American Dream: Differential Correlates of Intrinsic and Extrinsic Goals.

Kasser, Tim; Ryan, Richard M.

Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, v22 n3 p280-87 Mar 1996

In a sample of adult subjects (Study One), the relative importance and efficacy of extrinsic aspirations for financial success, an appealing appearance, and social recognition were associated with lower vitality and self-actualization and more physical symptoms. Study Two replicated these findings in a sample of college students. (JPS)

Descriptors: Adults, Aspiration, Diaries, Higher Education, Motivation, Objectives, Psychological Patterns, Self Actualization, Sex Differences, Surveys, Undergraduate Students, Well Being

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: New York (Rochester)

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