Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: Underlying deficits in achievement motivation

International Journal for the Advancement of Counselling

Volumn 26, Issue 1, 2004, Pages 47-63

  Olivier, M A J ^a   Steenkamp, D S ^b  

^a NELSON MANDELA METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY   (South Africa)

^b Education Support Centre   (South Africa)

Author keywords

Achievement motivation; Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; Lack of mastery orientation; Negative fear of failure; Social cognitive deficits

Indexed keywords

EID: 4043138579     PISSN: 01650653     EISSN: None     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1023/B:ADCO.0000021549.40409.c4     Document Type: Article

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