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This study aims to explore how Asian American mothers and adolescents view academic motivation and achievement.

“It’s Pressure From Everyone”: The Perspectives of Asian American Mothers and Adolescents Regarding Adolescents’ Motivation and Achievement

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This study aims to explore how Asian American mothers and adolescents view academic motivation and achievement.
Qualitative interviews conducted with seven adolescent-mother dyads in the USA
Participants included seven adolescents from grades 9 to 12, focusing on both mothers and adolescents separately
Utilized thematic analysis to identify key themes from the interviews
Identified four main themes regarding perceived pressure and motivation related to academic achievement
Found differences in perceptions of pressure among mother-adolescent dyads
Highlighted that family values minimized adolescent resentment and strengthened family connections

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Qualitative interviews explore pressure and future career goals in Asian American families, indicating cultural influences.

Park et al. (2026) studied this question.

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