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Individual Motivation and Parental Influence on Adolescents' Experiences of Interest in Free Time: A Longitudinal Examination
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Sharp, Erin Hiley; Caldwell, Linda L.; Graham, John W.; Ridenour, Ty A. – Journal of Youth and Adolescence, 2006
Time spent in freely chosen leisure activities offers a distinct developmental context that can support positive youth development; however this potential for growth depends in part on adolescent interest and engagement in their free time activities. Research indicates that many adolescents report experiencing boredom, instead of interest, in…
Descriptors: Self Motivation, Parent Influence, Adolescents, Interests