Life Goals Research Articles

Revealing the Implementation of the Child-Friendly Healthy School Program and its Effectiveness on Health Literacy and Psychological Well-Being to Achieve the SDGs

Objective: This study aims to describe implementing the child-friendly healthy school program and its effectiveness in improving elementary school students' health literacy and psychological well-being to promote health and well-being in achieving the SDGs. Theoretical Framework: Health education provides learning experiences that influence thoughts, feelings, and actions to achieve life goals and become better, healthier, and more productive, leading to improved health literacy and psychological well-being. Method: Quantitative descriptive research is used to describe implementing a child-friendly, healthy school and calculate its effectiveness test. Respondents, including ten elementary school teachers and 360 elementary school students from various schools in Jakarta Province in Indonesia, tested it. Results and Discussion: The results showed a significant increase in knowledge about health literacy (36.5% before training; 68.7% after training; p <.05) and students' psychological well-being (49.8% before training; 86.05% after training. The responses of teachers and students showed that the child-friendly healthy school program was very good and succeeded in stimulating the Health Literacy and Psychological well-being of elementary school students. Research Implications: This child-friendly healthy school program can be a recommendation for teachers to instil self-awareness of physical and mental health in students and input for other educators to realize a comfortable and enjoyable child-friendly healthy school to achieve the SDGs. Originality/Value: The originality of this research is that the child-friendly healthy school program to achieve SDGs has yet to be done at elementary schools surrounding Jakarta Province in Indonesia.

Towards a Satisfactory Future—Multiprofessional Rehabilitation for Young Persons with ADHD or ASD

There is a lack of knowledge about what kind of support should be offered in adulthood for persons with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to promote inclusive participation in meaningful life domains. The core components of multiprofessional rehabilitation intervention for young adults are explored from the perspective of multiprofessional teams. This qualitative study adopts a pragmatic perspective on the core components of rehabilitation. Twenty-six professionals participated in vignette-based focus group interviews (n = 5), and thematic reflexive analysis was used to abductively analyze the data. A total of ten core components were identified. Nine of them were aggregated into three categories: (1) rehabilitation readiness (two core components), (2) adaptive progress in personal goals (four core components), and (3) rehabilitation continuum (three core components). The overarching tenth core component is focusing on the personal goals of daily life, work, studies, and social interaction. A collaborative relationship between the client and professional is essential to ensure adaptive progress and to foster clients’ self-determination. The focus should be on strengths and solutions instead of deficits and challenges. To establish rehabilitation continuum, it is essential to collaborate within the clients’ networks and to promote awareness and inclusive opportunities for working and studying for people with ADHD and ASD.

Work-family interference and life satisfaction: the role of life goals

ABSTRACT The interface between work and family domains has received considerable scholarly attention in recent decades due to its substantial impact on outcomes related to work, family, health, and well-being. However, individuals experience this impact differently, with some demonstrating resilience while others are more vulnerable to negative effects. In this study, we investigate the role of individuals’ life goals and gender in the work-family interface, using the framework of the work-home resources model and selfregulation theory. Using Structural Equation Modeling with data from Waves 8 and 10 of the German Family Panel (pairfam), we found that life goals significantly moderate these effects: individuals prioritizing agentic goals feel the detrimental impact of work-to-family interference (WtFI) on life satisfaction more intensely than those who prioritize communal goals and those whose goals are balanced. In contrast, the effect of family-to-work interference (FtWI) on life satisfaction was significant only for individuals prioritizing communal goals, with no significant moderation effect observed across the other life goal groups. We observed no significant gender difference in the impact of either WtFI or FtWI on life satisfaction. We also discuss potential theoretical and practical implications in light of our findings.

LEARNING MOTIVATION AND SELF-REGULATED LEARNING IN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT

The formulation of problems in the study include: (1) Students who procrastinate in making assignments and there are students who do not complete assignments on time (2) Students who do not have motivation in themselves (3) Students who do not have life goals and there are students who cannot control themselves. The purpose of the study was to determine the level of learning motivation possessed by students in self-regulated learning and to determine the relationship between the two The type of research used is quantitative with a correlational approach. The research data population amounted to 55 high school students. The results of the study with 55 students were taken through questionnaire distribution techniques using a learning motivation scale and a self regulated learning scale. The results of the learning motivation questionnaire showed a high category (76.36%) with a frequency of 42 students, quite high (23.64%) with a frequency of 13 students. Then the level of self-regulated learning shows a high category (80.00%) with a frequency of 44 students, quite high (14.55%) with a frequency of 8 students, very high (3.63%) with a frequency of 2 students, and low (1.82%) with a frequency of 1 student. Based on the results of the study, it states that there is a significant relationship between learning motivation and self-regulated learning of high school students. This means that the higher the level of learning motivation of students, the higher the self-regulated learning.

The Social Contract in Epicureanism

Abstract Epicurus held that justice came into being when individuals made compacts with one another to secure the benefit that comes from not harming one another. He also distinguished just laws from those that are not just; and he recognized a virtue of justice. This much is well supported by our evidence. There is also much that is controversial. At the very basis, there is disagreement on his conception of justice. There are also basic questions on how compacts are related to the justice of laws, as well as to the virtue of justice. Plato and Aristotle severed compacts from virtue; and some modern thinkers consider the justice of institutions prior to that of individuals. What was Epicurus’ position? This paper will sketch an outline of Epicurus’ theory of justice as a path to the goal of a pleasant life. As Phillip Mitsis (1988) suggested, Epicurus sought to harmonize a contractual view of justice with the virtue of justice. My aim is to investigate further the coherence of this endeavor. As I will argue, Epicurus presents a unitary theory of justice, composed of a number of steps that develop out of each other in a consistent way. As a developmental path, it admits of much variation. By tracing its basic features, I seek to show how Epicurus puts individuals in charge of attaining their goal, pleasure.

An empirical research of future rescuers’ professional self-realization

This article presents the results of an empirical study of future rescuers’ professional self-realization. It also describes the correlation analysis results. The aim of this research is to empirically investigate the future rescuers’ professional self-realization. To determine the features of the cognitive-behavioral component the following methods were applied for the research: “Prognosis” methods (that is the assessment of nerve-psychological stability (NPS)), the “SACS” methods (S.Hobfoll, adapted by N.Vodopianova, O.Starchenkova), the multifactor personality questionnaire FPI, the “Compass” methods, the “Diagnosis of the readiness for risk” methods (A. Shubert). To determine the motivational-value component we used the “Determination of life goals and personal values” methods by P. Ivanov, Y. Kolobova, the “Study of the personality motivational profile” methods by Sh. Ritchie and P. Martin; and as to the the emotional-volitional component we used the “Diagnosis of the empathic abilities level” methods (by V. Boiko). Psychophysiological measurements were also conducted at the “Psychological Training Ground” complex, and the average score in specialized disciplines was used.

Chinese translation and validation of the Personalized Psychological Flexibility Index (PPFI) for medical college students

BackgroundPsychological flexibility (PF) is defined as the ability to pursue valuable life goals despite the existence of distress. The Personalized Psychological Flexibility Index (PPFI) is a new measure of psychological flexibility that can address existing deficiencies. This study aimed to translate and validate the psychometric characteristics of the Chinese version of the PPFI among medical college students.MethodsThe study was conducted in two phases. Phase 1 involved the translation and cross-cultural adaptation of the PPFI according to guidelines recommended by the International Society for Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research (ISPOR). Phase 2 was a cross-sectional survey conducted on 945 medical college students in China. The psychometric performances of the scale were assessed using construct validity, divergent validity, criterion validity, incremental validity, internal consistency, and test-rest reliability.ResultsThe exploratory factor analysis (EFA, n1 = 440) showed that the Chinese version of the PPFI consisted of 3 factors, with a total of 15 items. The confirmatory factor analysis (CFA, n2 = 440) showed that the three-factor structure fit well (χ2/df\\documentclass[12pt]{minimal} \\usepackage{amsmath} \\usepackage{wasysym} \\usepackage{amsfonts} \\usepackage{amssymb} \\usepackage{amsbsy} \\usepackage{mathrsfs} \\usepackage{upgreek} \\setlength{\\oddsidemargin}{-69pt} \\begin{document}$$df$$\\end{document}=2.469, SRMR = 0.051, RMSEA = 0.058, GFI = 0.94, CFI = 0.985). The total Chinese PPFI score had a moderate positive association with the Comprehensive Assessment of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (CompACT, r = 0.344) and a negative association with the Acceptance and Action Questionnaire-II (AAQ-II, r = -0.334). Furthermore, the Chinese PPFI demonstrated good internal consistency (Cronbach's α = 0.826) and test–retest reliability (ICC = 0.817, p < 0.001).ConclusionThe 15-item Chinese version of the PPFI is a reliable and valid tool for measuring PF in Chinese medical students. However, additional studies are needed to validate its psychometric properties in more generalizable samples and other contexts.

Students' ideas about life and professional success in relation to career orientations and life satisfaction

Introduction. Studying ideas about success among young people studying at a university can help identify their life goals, expectations, and values, which in turn will ensure more effective preparation of future specialists for professional activities. The purpose of the study was to identify ideas about professional and life success in relation to career orientations and life satisfaction among students. Materials and methods. The study, in which 111 students took part, was conducted at the University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (Russian Federation, St. Petersburg). Projective methods were used, including the method of unfinished sentences, the «Study of Career Orientations» test by E. Shein, the «Life Satisfaction» test (LS) by N.N. Melnikova. Methods of mathematical statistics: frequency analysis, cluster analysis (Ward's method), correlation analysis: Spearman correlation coefficient, factor analysis (Varimax method). Results. Data analysis showed that for students, success in life includes not only material, but also psychological well-being, as well as self-realization, recognition and the opportunity to help people. Professional success lies in social status, material wealth, professional competence, the presence of useful connections and the opportunity not to engage in work. Examples of life success for modern students are relatives (30%), professional success – representatives of the business sphere (34%). Students show a desire for self-realization, while wanting to maintain harmony between their personal life and career (r=0,26; p≤0,001). Respondents who attach great importance to social status tend to perceive their life as more harmonious (r=0,23; p≤0,01). Orientation towards «autonomy» (r=0,21; p≤0,01) and «entrepreneurship» (r=0,23; p≤0,01) increase life satisfaction. Conclusion. The practical significance of the study lies in the possibility of creating programs aimed at developing skills to achieve professional and personal well-being and helping students. Knowledge about the needs and expectations of future specialists will allow employers to create a motivating environment for comfortable cooperation and achieving goals.

Staying Happy During COVID-19: Analyzing Happiness Indicators Among Poultry Farmers in Malang Regency

This study aims to examine the contribution of each happiness indicator, assess the overall happiness levels among laying hen and broiler chicken farmers, and analyze variations in happiness based on farm scale during the COVID-19 pandemic in Malang Regency. The research site was chosen through purposive sampling, as Malang Regency is a key center for poultry farming in East Java. Accidental sampling yielded 75 respondents, comprising 36 farmers with less than 5,000 livestock and 39 with more than 5,000. Results identified 16 valid indicators out of the 21 used in the study. The roles of each happiness indicator were as follows: education and skills (0.782), employment (0.780), health (0.632), family harmony (0.735), leisure availability (0.757), social relations (0.754), security conditions (0.584), happiness (0.716), absence of depression (0.793), optimism (0.867), empathy (0.570), independence (0.828), environmental mastery (0.815), self-development (0.598), positive relationships (0.615), and life goals (0.605). The overall happiness score for poultry farmers was 4.37, with laying hen farmers at 4.33 and broiler chicken farmers at 4.39, placing them in the "happy" category. No significant difference was observed in happiness levels between farmers with business scales below and above 5,000 livestock.

The Quest for Identity and Self-Discovery: A Study of Existential Crisis in Anuradha Roy’s The Folded Earth

The main objective of this term paper is to analyze the theme of existential crisis in Anuradha Roy’s famous novel The Folded Earth. The term “existential crisis” refers to facing the crisis of one's existence. This mainly talks about how people view themselves, as well as their meaning and goals in life. When people feel unsure about their purpose, options, or freedom in life, they are experiencing an existential crisis. Many persons who experience existential anxiety believe that life is meaningless and that there is no purpose to it. Confused thoughts concerning one's sense of identity might also result from an existential crisis. Some of the greatest existential philosophers and writers are Friedrick Nitzsche, Hegel, Soren Kierkegaard, Martin Heidegger, Jean-Paul Sartre, Karl Marx, Franz Kafka, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Albert Camus and Simon de Beauvoir, etc. This novel The Folded Earth is written by Roy, a recent Sahitya Akademi Award winner, which traces the story of a young woman Maya who creates a new life for herself in the foothills of the Himalayas. It deals with how she becomes alone in her life and questions her existence in this world. It is a time of internal turmoil for Maya when she struggles with self-identity, meaning, and purpose in life. She fights with many traumatic experiences like alienation, anxiety, depression, identity crisis, etc. Then, after leaving her tragedy behind, he decides to go for exploring a new life. Thus, this novel explores the "new woman identity" in modern-day society. The theme of this novel is based on political and religious conflicts in society, patriarchal suppression, inequality, the psychological instincts of a person, identity crisis, and the desire for a new peaceful life. Although the novel has various themes the effect of existential crisis is dominant over the novel.

Purpose, life satisfaction, and self-rated health in immigrant and non-immigrant adults

ABSTRACT Research into immigrant wellbeing and health has yielded evidence for both potential risks and the capacity for resilience of individuals moving to the United States. Limited research, though, has considered how immigrants may differ in their perceived commitment to a life direction and goals, known as sense of purpose. Moreover, research is needed on whether immigrants may be more likely to derive that purpose through social activism for change. The current study employed a nationwide sample of U. S. adults (N = 1973; 5.3% immigrants), who reported on their sense of purpose, activist purpose, self-rated health, and life satisfaction. Results indicated that immigrants did not significantly differ from native-born U. S. adults on levels for any of the primary variables. Sense of purpose was more strongly associated with life satisfaction for native-born than immigrant participants, although other associations were similar in magnitude across groups. Future research should further explore background predictors of sense of purpose among immigrant samples, as well as whether immigrants and native-born adults differ on alternative forms of purpose.

First-Generation College Students’ Intergenerational Narratives of Redemption and Upward Mobility

SYNOPSIS Objective. This study explored the role of intergenerational narratives in the motivations and goals of first-generation college students. Design. Reflexive thematic analysis examined narrative responses to open-ended questions regarding their motivations and goals for college enrollment. Results. Analyses generated a central theme: breaking the family cycle of poverty to achieve upward mobility. This theme included three subthemes: attaining financial stability, obtaining a higher level of education than their family, and challenging oppressive university and societal systems for a better future. The participants often approached their intergenerational narratives in two distinct ways: “self-initiated” and “parent-initiated.” In parent-initiated narratives, participants centered their parents in their intergenerational stories. They stated that their parents’ stories inspired them to attend college, break the cycle of poverty, and avoid the hardships their parents experienced. Conversely, in self-initiated narratives, participants centered themselves in the intergenerational stories. They expressed their aspirations to break the family cycle of poverty and avoid the challenges they and their families faced while growing up. Conclusions. These findings underscore how first-generation college students’ intergenerational redemption narratives shape their motivations for pursuing higher education and life goals.

Is happiness independent of income? Set point theory à la Kahneman

AbstractThe income–happiness nexus is paradoxical. One dataset shows that happiness tracks income, while another shows that, in rich countries, happiness does not. This paper focuses on the limits of set point theory (known also ‘hedonic treadmill’ or ‘hedonic adaptation’) to solve the income–happiness paradox. To keep it manageable, it focuses on Daniel Kahneman's attempt to solve the paradox. He first employs his distinction between ‘the experiencing self’ and ‘the remembering self’ to solve the paradox. While the distinction is useful for the study of heuristics, it is irrelevant for the question at hand, the solution of the income–happiness paradox. Sensing such irrelevance, Kahneman turns his attention to the ‘life evaluation’ measure. This measure ironically shows that happiness tracks income. However, Kahneman disputes such tracking, arguing instead that happiness tracks income only if people, when they were teenagers, designate income as a life goal. The appeal to ‘goals’ or ‘life plans’, however, is an endorsement of a sophisticated version of set point theory. Kahneman argues that happiness varies with the variation of the designated goal or life plan, not with income per se. However, if happiness varies with the designated goals or life plans, it ultimately means that happiness cannot be conceived as a set point. Thus, Kahneman's argument effectively sends us back to square one, failing to solve the income–happiness paradox.

A Mixed Methods Systematic Review of the Effectiveness, Acceptability, and Feasibility of Advanced Care Plans for Older Adults Without Life-Limiting Conditions

Context: Advance care planning (ACP) is a comprehensive procedure aimed at helping individuals understand and articulate their values, life goals, and preferences concerning future medical treatment. Despite extensive research on ACP in populations with terminal illnesses, dementia, and those in long-term care, there is a lack of focus on its impact among older adults without life-limiting conditions. Objectives: To investigate the effectiveness, acceptability, and feasibility of ACP for older adults without life-limiting conditions. Methods: We searched 11 electronic databases, spanning from inception to November 2023, complemented by extensive grey literature and reference searches. Rigorous quality assessments were conducted using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool (MMAT). Our approach adopted a dynamic convergent mixed-methods design, incorporating thematic and narrative synthesis. Findings: From over 12,600 citations, a total of 16 studies, comprising four randomised controlled trials (RCTs), nine qualitative studies, and three mixed methods studies met the inclusion criteria. Limited findings indicate that ACP interventions are generally effective in improving document completion rates and reducing hospital readmissions. Acceptability and feasibility of these interventions were high, although significantly influenced by cultural and religious factors. Limitations: Evidence supporting the effectiveness, acceptability, and feasibility of ACP in reducing unplanned hospital admissions in older adults without life-limiting conditions was limited. We excluded observations based on unwell older people, though some material with unclear distinctions may have been included. Quality assessments revealed that one of four RCTs had a high risk of bias, three had unclear risks; all nine qualitative studies had low risk; and one of three mixed methods studies had low risk while two had unclear risks. Implications: Further targeted research is necessary to assess the intervention’s value for this population. Rigorous real-world evidence studies involving older adults without life-limiting conditions and their proxies is crucial to enabling providers to tailor ACPs to diverse populations, whilst respecting individuals’ religious and cultural beliefs.

‘진지한 여가’로서 중년여성들의 ‘라인댄스 무용단’ 활동 경험

Objectives The purpose of this study is to explore the experiences of middle-aged women participating in the ‘Line Dance Dance Company’ as a form of serious leisure. Methods This study aimed to understand the value and significance of line dance group activities in participants' lives. It employed a qualitative case study approach, specifically using a descriptive case study method. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with participants involved in line dance group activities. A total of six cases were analyzed using repetitive comparative analysis methods to identify common themes and insights. The study provides a rich and detailed description of the meanings and values that participants derive from their involvement in these activities. Results First, the process of participating in line dance group activities was categorized into ‘glimpsing another world,’ ‘challenging: entering another world,’ ‘showing off oneself,’ and ‘re-challenging: entering another world.’ Through this process, the research participants' experiences can be interpreted as engaging in ‘serious leisure.’ Second, the meaning of the line dance group activity experience was derived as ‘discovering another version of oneself with passion and dedication,’ ‘expanding roles: being able to help,’ ‘restoring life subjectivity: living proactively for a wonderful self,’ and ‘happy life with a goal: preparing to be a wonderful grandmother.’ Conclusions Line dance company activities help participants discover their potential, enhance self-love, and maintain a positive perception of aging. In other words, these activities offer meaning and value beyond mere physical exercise, providing a serious and rewarding leisure experience. This study confirms that line dance group activities are valuable as they enable middle-aged women to anticipate their future with life subjectivity and goal setting. Therefore, programs that address various needs through group activities should be developed to serve as central points for middle-aged women's serious leisure activities.

Work-life Balance: An Essential Capability for Social Workers’ Well-being in Free State, South Africa

Social workers in South Africa and internationally promote the welfare of individuals, families, groups, and communities by attending to their social issues and needs. The advancement of this goal is intricately connected to professionals’ well-being. Drawing on qualitative interviews conducted in one of South Africa’s provinces, the Free State, and deploying the capability approach and work-family border theory, this study examines social workers’ conceptualisation of their well-being and the significance of a work-life balance in attaining well-being. It explores the many challenges faced by social workers in sustaining a balance between their personal and professional lives. A purposive sample of 18 participants consisting of eight practising social workers and ten student social workers was selected. Data was collected through individual semi-structured interviews. The findings from the study suggest that social workers understand their well-being in quite broad terms. Besides their physical and mental health, they conceive their well-being with regard to the satisfaction that comes with the accomplishment of various professional (work) and private (life) functionings. They, for instance, cherish growing as professionals, being effective helpers, having control and autonomy over their work, being supported by organisational structures, and having ample time for their private lives and families. However, in South Africa, working conditions characterised by a lack of resources, high caseloads, and poor salaries cause work-life imbalance and interfere with the achievement of social workers’ valued life goals and overall well-being.

“Surviving against the odds. The impact of peer support workers on a chronically suicidal adolescent in secure residential youth care: a single case report from the Netherlands”

ABSTRACT Background The use of peer support workers to support suicidal adolescents is underdeveloped. This study focuses on the effects of a one-year intervention with peer support workers on a chronically suicidal adolescent residing in a secure residential youth care facility in the Netherlands. Moreover, we explore the mechanisms that underpin the role of peer support workers in detail. Method This study employed a single case study design. We conducted seven semi-structured interviews with staff, peer support workers, and a chronically suicidal adolescent. The interviews were analysed using a thematic analysis. Results The results indicate that the suicidal tendencies of the adolescent decreased significantly one year after the peer support intervention compared to the initial baseline. Working mechanisms that underpinned the peer support intervention emphasized building meaningful and trust-based relationships, providing recognition and hope, and practical support from a recovery-oriented perspective. Conclusion The results suggest that peer support has a beneficial impact on the adolescent and treatment teams. Peer support workers contribute to a sense of belonging and connection, coping with suicidality, rediscovering life goals, and improving adolescent self-management. Barriers and facilitators to implementing peer support workers are also discussed.

Igniting A Spark: Fostering Dialectical Thinking With Plato’s Meno

Abstract: In this article, I present a three-stage teaching strategy for orienting first-time readers of the Platonic dialogues using the Meno as a case study. The approach assists students lacking a philosophical background to advance from personal reflection to developing more advanced analytical and interpretive skills. The first stage of the method invites students to contemplate their life goals in preparation for a structured class debate between relativistic and absolutist notions of success. The second stage employs in-class philosophical reading groups, where students engage with small passages from the Meno to develop their analytical skills in a supportive learning environment. The final stage consists of a two-part writing assignment in which students produce a line-by-line philosophical analysis of their passage along with an essay reconciling the antithetical arguments presented in their selection. By employing this multifaceted approach, students cultivate critical, analytical, and dialectical thinking in order to navigate the complexities of Plato's enigmatic dialogues.

Development of an Assessment Tool to Measure the Quality of Life Goal Setting for Cancer Survivors: A Content Validity Study.

An initial version of the Reengagement Life Goal Assessment Tool for Cancer Survivors (ReGAT-C) was designed to measure the quality of life goal-setting practice conducted by responsible healthcare professionals along with nonterminal cancer survivors undergoing inpatient cancer treatment. This study aimed to test content validity of the ReGAT-C and revise it. Eleven experts and nine healthcare professionals participated in this study. Content validity assessments using questionnaires and focus group interviews were conducted with experts. Cognitive interviews were conducted with healthcare professionals. The content validity index was calculated based on expert questionnaires, and these interview data were analyzed by inductive and deductive approaches. When the ReGAT-C was substantially revised, it was retested through questionnaires. The initial version of the ReGAT-C was substantially revised and three new items were added, resulting in the development of a revised version of the ReGAT-C with 21 items. All participants re-evaluated the ReGAT-C, and the revised version was verified to have content validity. The revised ReGAT-C would contribute to enabling healthcare professionals to assess whether they are based on collaboration with cancer survivors and multidisciplinary teams by reflecting on their own life goal-setting practice.

Does the apple fall far from the tree? A meta-analysis linking parental factors to children's intrinsic and extrinsic goals.

Self-determination theory (Ryan & Deci, 2017) has highlighted the differential roles that intrinsic life goals (for personal growth, close relationships, community connections, and physical health) and extrinsic life goals (i.e., for wealth, image, and status) play in supporting well-being. Less is known about how orientations toward these two types of aspirations develop. It is likely that early environmental influences, namely one's parents, impact individuals' aspirations. We address this gap by systematically reviewing the links between relevant parents' characteristics and the intrinsic and extrinsic goals of their children. We identified 49 eligible reports. Children's intrinsic aspirations were higher when parents provided a need-supportive environment (characterized by support for autonomy, relatedness, and competence) and when they endorsed intrinsic aspirations themselves, whereas children's extrinsic aspirations were higher when parents exhibited extrinsic aspirations themselves, promoted the pursuit of extrinsic aspirations, and provided environments characterized by need frustration. Therefore, fostering basic psychological need satisfaction may support children's intrinsic aspiring. In addition, parents should also be mindful of their own extrinsic goals, as they may influence extrinsic aspirations in their children and possibly compromise their well-being over the long term. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).