What Motivates Family Historians? A Pilot Scale to Measure Psychosocial Drivers of Research into Personal Ancestry
Participation in family history research may be a passing phase for some, but for others, it is a recreational pursuit exciting passionate intensity that goes beyond idle curiosity or short-term interest. In this paper, we explore some of the underlying motives that drive amateur genealogists, inclu...
Main Authors: | Susan M. Moore, Doreen A. Rosenthal |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-09-01
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Series: | Genealogy |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2313-5778/5/3/83 |
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