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Psychology Psychology Basics Theories Experiments From Kendra Cherry, your Guide to Psychology We are taking a closer look at how extrinsic and intrinsic motivation influence our behavior. In today's newsletter, you can find more about: How extrinsic motivation influences your actions The power of intrinsic motivation The key differences between the two types of motivation And one fascinating psychological phenomenon that actually reduces intrinsic motivation   How Do External Rewards Impact Your Behavior? When you want to get someone to do something, such as getting your kids to do their homework, what is the best way to motivate them? Extrinsic motivation can be very effective in many situations, but some researchers suggest that it is not always the best choice... Learn more Search Related Topics:  extrinsic motivation  intrinsic motivation  reinforcement A Closer Look at Intrinsic Motivation When was the last time you did something just for the enjoyment of the activity itself? When you pursue an activity simply for enjoyment, you are doing so doing so because you are intrinsically motivated. Discover why intrinsic motivation can be such a powerful force... Learn more The Difference Between Extrinsic and Intrinsic Motivation Extrinsic and intrinsic motivation can both impact behavior, but in different ways. Explore some of the differences between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation... Learn more Search Related Topics:  extrinsic motivation  intrinsic motivation  What Is the Overjustification Effect? Sometimes offering a reward for a behavior can actually decrease intrinsic motivation to pursue an activity. Discover why this happens and the impact it can have on motivation... Learn more Search Related Topics:  intrinsic motivation  extrinsic motivation  reinforcement Related Searches Child Psychology Social Psychology Psychology for Kids Positive Psychology Study Psychology Featured Articles What Do I-O Psychologists Do? Why Study Psychology? Are You an Extrovert or an Introvert? An Introduction to Child Development A Quick Look at Freudian Theory Entry-Level Psychology Careers   More from About.com Sign-up for Shareables! An every-morning rundown of the day in history, headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Please sign up it's free (of course), we think you will like it! Want More From About.com Check out our social page tailored to your interest! This newsletter is written by: Kendra Cherry Psychology Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Psychology newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Must Reads Are You a Fully-Functioning Person? What Do Your Dreams Really Mean? How Emotionally Intelligent Are You? Do You Have a Genius IQ Score? How Do We Make Decisions?   Follow me on: Advertisement