Abstract

This paper explores the traits of mastery motivation in language-delayed toddlers and their association with caregiving pressure. Mastery motivation, characterized by persistence, curiosity, goal orientation, and resilience, plays a crucial role in the language development of toddlers facing communication challenges. Caregiving pressure refers to the stress experienced by parents or caregivers of language-delayed toddlers, which can impact both the child’s language development and the caregiver’s well-being. Understanding the interplay between mastery motivation and caregiving pressure is essential for optimizing language outcomes and promoting positive developmental outcomes in languagedelayed toddlers. This abstract provides insights into the complex dynamics underlying language development in this population and highlights the importance of fostering a supportive environment, promoting resilience, and addressing caregiver stress in interventions aimed at enhancing language outcomes.