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One of the mini-theories that are part of the Self-determination theory. It explains the effects of extrinsic factors on intrinsic motivation. Its basic premise is that if an individual perceives that his/her actions are controlled by outside factors, it will reduce that individual’s motivation for the behavior in question. On the other hand, if external events make a person feel competent in an activity, this will increase that person’s intrinsic motivation for the activity in question.
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The Center for Nutritional Psychology. (2025). Cognitive Evaluation Theory. In Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology. The Center for Nutritional Psychology.
https://www.nutritional-psychology.org/encyclopedia/cognitive-evaluation-theory/
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