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Pursuing parenthood: Discourses of persistence

11-12-2007 · EurekAlert!

People harbor many cherished goals that may prove elusive even with the aid of market offerings, such as pursuit of an ideal of beauty. Despite repeated setbacks, some individuals persist, often making extraordinary investments of time, emotion and money. A new study furthers our understanding of persistent goal striving, particularly in cases where the chances of success are low and the costs of continued efforts are high.

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