• Motivational factors are varying across age groups and gender 

      Sigmundsson, Hermundur; Haga, Monika; Elnes, Magdalena; Dybendal, Benjamin Holen; Hermundsdottir, Fanny (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2022)
      The aim of the current study was to explore differences in passion for achievement, grit, and mindset across age and gender, by using a cross-sectional design. The sample consisted of 1548 participants including 931 females ...
    • Passion, grit and mindset in young adults: Exploring the relationship and gender differences 

      Sigmundsson, Hermundur; Haga, Monika; Hermundsdottir, Fanny (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020)
      The main aim of the study was to explore the associations between passion, grit and mindset in a group of young Icelandic adults. The sample consisted of 146 participants. The eight item Passion Scale was used to assess ...
    • The passion scale: Aspects of reliability and validity of a new 8-item scale assessing passion. 

      Sigmundsson, Hermundur; Haga, Monika; Hermundsdottir, Fanny (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019)
      In this article, the psychometric properties of a new scale aimed at quantifying passion are explored, i.e. passion related to becoming good or achieving in some area/theme/skill. The Passion Scale was designed to be ...