Theoretical integration in motivational science: System justification as one of many autonomous motivational structures

Aaron C. Kay; John T. Jost

doi:10.1017/S0140525X13002057

Theoretical integration in motivational science: System justification as one of many autonomous motivational structures

Aaron C. Kay, John T. Jost

Psychology

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Abstract

Recognizing that there is a multiplicity of motives-and that the accessibility and strength of each one varies chronically and temporarily-is essential if motivational scientists are to achieve genuine theoretical and empirical integration. We agree that system justification is a case of nonconscious goal pursuit and discuss implications of the fact that it conflicts with many other psychological goals.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	146-147
Number of pages	2
Journal	Behavioral and Brain Sciences
Volume	37
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1017/S0140525X13002057
State	Published - Apr 2014

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Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Physiology
Behavioral Neuroscience

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