Advances in Motivation Science: Volume 13

Andrew J. Elliot

Jun 2026 · Advances in Motivation Science Book 13 · Academic Press

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Advances in Motivation Science, Volume Thirteen explores the latest theories, research, and applications in motivation. Leading experts discuss new developments, innovative methodologies, and emerging trends that deepen our understanding of what drives human behavior. Topics in this new release include Choices That Feel Right: Should We Trust Them?, An Integrative Model of Personal Goal Pursuit, Neuro-Cultural Shaping of Self-Enhancement Motivation, Cognitive effort engagement across the adult life span, The psychology of winning: Proposing a hierarchical model of achievement goal pursuit in sport, and Addressing Unwanted Impulses Through Inhibition: Restraint Mechanics and Inhibitory Capacity as a (Misunderstood) Control Dynamic. - Explores cutting-edge theories, models, and empirical research in motivation science across various disciplines - Integrates perspectives from psychology, neuroscience, education, sociology, and organizational studies - Highlights practical applications of motivation science in settings such as education, health, work, and sports

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Andrew J. Elliot is Professor of Psychology at the University of Rochester. He received his Ph. D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1994. His research areas include achievement motivation, approach-avoidance motivation, the development of motivation and self-regulation, and subtle cue and context effects on psychological functioning. He has been (or currently is) an Associate Editor at Emotion, Journal of Personality, Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, Psychological Science, and Social and Personality Psychology Compass, and has edited two handbooks: Handbook of competence and motivation (with Carol Dweck) and Handbook of approach and avoidance motivation. He has over 170 scholarly publications, has received research grants from public and private agencies, and has been awarded multiple awards for his research contributions.

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