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This research investigates how public acknowledgment affects motivation differently for boys and girls.

Public acknowledgement as a double-edged sword: Gender differences in how publicity motivates children and youths to achieve top performance.

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Experimental studies reveal public acknowledgment motivates boys more than girls, suggesting social contexts influence gender disparities.

This research investigates how public acknowledgment affects motivation differently for boys and girls.
Conducted three preregistered experimental studies
Sample included elementary-age children, adolescents, and adults
Total participants: N = 1,518
Boys are more willing to publicize their top performance than girls
Public acknowledgment boosts men's willingness to achieve top performance but demotivates girls
Findings highlight gender disparities in motivation influenced by social contexts

Wang et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Experimental studies reveal public acknowledgment motivates boys more than girls, suggesting social contexts influence gender disparities.