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This chapter introduces the concept of passion, and describes its relationship to self-growth and development. The Dualistic Model of Passion is highlighted, and two types of passion, harmonious and obsessive, defined. Research on passion is described, including work to identify the prevalence of passion, to develop a measure of passion, the Passion Scale, and to test the validity of passion constructs.
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Vallerand, R.J., Rapaport, M. (2017). The Role of Passion in Adult Self-Growth and Development. In: Wehmeyer, M., Shogren, K., Little, T., Lopez, S. (eds) Development of Self-Determination Through the Life-Course. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-024-1042-6_10
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