From music to sports: Autonomy fosters passion among kids

Thursday, February 4, 2010 - 19:28 in Psychology & Sociology

Parents take heed: children and young adults are more likely to pursue sports, music or other pastimes when given an opportunity to nurture their own passion. According to a new study, parental control can predict whether a child develops a harmonious or obsessive passion for a hobby.

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