How can older peer leaders best support motivation for walking in physically inactive older adults? A self-determination theory perspective

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-22
Author(s):  
Marlene Kritz ◽  
Cecilie Thøgersen-Ntoumani ◽  
Barbara Mullan ◽  
Afroditi Stathi ◽  
Nikos Ntoumanis
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Self Determination Theory ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Peer Leaders ◽  
Physically Inactive

scholarly journals Reliability and Validity of the Chinese Nine-Item Basic Psychological Need Satisfaction Scale Based on Self-Determination Theory With Older Adults

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuting Yang ◽  
Miao Yao ◽  
Yongwei Yang ◽  
Qiong Ye ◽  
Ting Lin
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Item Analysis ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Self Determination Theory ◽  
Psychological Needs ◽  
Need Satisfaction ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Internal Reliability ◽  
Satisfaction Scale ◽  
Validity Criterion

Background: Self-determination theory distinguishes three basic human psychological needs: competence, relatedness, and autonomy. The measurement of these needs in populations of older adults has been limited and inadequate. Yet, results from such an assessment are likely to be valuable in policymaking, specifically toward the goal of healthy aging.Aim: The objective of this study was to test the reliability and validity of the Chinese version of the Basic Psychological Need Satisfaction Scale (BPNS) based on self-determination theory with older adults.Methods: A total of 809 older adults were invited to participate in this study. We examined the item analysis, internal reliability, factorial validity, criterion validity, and measurement invariance across sex of a Chinese translation of the BPNS.Results: The findings demonstrated that the scale had a good factorial validity, criterion validity, and satisfactory internal reliability. All the items were qualified according to item analysis (p < 0.001). The Cronbach’s α coefficient for the total scale was 0.877. The coefficients of three subscales were 0.826 (autonomy), 0.807 (competence), and 0.847 (relatedness). Exploratory factor analysis indicated three factors that explained 75.12% of the total variance. Confirmatory factor analysis showed measurement fit exceeded the recommended criteria in all the cases. Measurement invariance analysis manifested that the factor loadings, factor variances and covariances, and residuals to measurement structure were invariant across the male and female participants.Conclusion: The Chinese version of the BPNS based on self-determination theory was proven to be reliable and valid. The usability of the scale to assess the satisfaction of the basic psychological needs of older adults in China was demonstrated.

Why I Get Up Off My Butt: Older Adults’ Motives to Limit Their Sedentary Behavior

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Liam Collins ◽  
J. Paige Pope
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Focus Groups ◽  
Self Determination Theory ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Qualitative Description ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Similar Content ◽  
Thematic Approach ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

Older adults spend more time, on average, engaged in sedentary behaviors (SBs) compared with younger cohorts. This is concerning, because prolonged SB is associated with detrimental outcomes. The purpose of this study was to explore the degree to which older adults’ motives to limit their SB were internalized, consistent with self-determination theory. Following the qualitative description approach, seven focus groups (n = 27) of community-dwelling older adults were conducted. Focus groups were transcribed verbatim and coded using a thematic approach. Results revealed some motivation subthemes, which appeared to endorse similar content, varied in the degree to which participants internalized them, differentiating these motives along the self-determination theory motivational continuum. These findings demonstrated that not all motives are equal, highlighting the importance of theory-driven future SB interventions.

scholarly journals Acting One’s Age in Physical Exercise: Do Perceived Age Norms Explain Autonomous Motivation Among Older Adults?

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (4) ◽  
pp. 521-529 ◽  
Author(s):  
Johan Pelssers ◽  
Emalie Hurkmans ◽  
Jeroen Scheerder ◽  
Norbert Vanbeselaere ◽  
Steven Vos ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Social Identity ◽  
Autonomous Motivation ◽  
Self Determination Theory ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Exercise Participation ◽  
The Social ◽  
Social Identity Approach

Background: The social identity approach proposes that the more older adults identify with the social group of “older adults,” the more they will conform to what they perceive as being normative exercising for their group. However, so far, it remains unclear why older adults adhere to these norms. Objective: This study evaluated whether perceived exercise norms are associated with higher levels of autonomous motivation according to the self-determination theory and actual exercise participation. Methods: A cross-sectional survey, either by regular mail or online, was conducted among 409 older adults in Flanders (Belgium). Results: Our analyses revealed that older adults who perceived more positive older adult norms for exercising were more autonomously motivated to exercise. In explaining 24% of their exercise motivation, older adults’ perceptions of the exercise norms for older adults predicted 6% of their exercise participation. Conclusion: Our findings suggest that social identity approach and self-determination theory can be meaningfully integrated.

Feasibility of a Self-Determination Theory-Based Exercise Program in Community-Dwelling South Korean Older Adults: Experiences from a 13-Month Trial

2016 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 8-21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Minyoung Lee ◽  
Min Joo Kim ◽  
Dongwon Suh ◽  
Jungjin Kim ◽  
Eunkyoung Jo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Exercise Adherence ◽  
Self Determination Theory ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Motivational Strategies ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
South Korean

Little is known about the effectiveness of self-determination theory (SDT), a representative motivational theory, on exercise domain in older adults. This feasibility study used quantitative and qualitative approaches to evaluate the effectiveness of a 13-month group exercise program applying SDT-based motivational strategies on exercise adherence, physical fitness, and quality of life, and to explore factors affecting exercise adherence in South Korean older adults (N = 18). Exercise attendance rate was high (82.52%). There were significant differences in aerobic endurance (p < .001), lower body strength (p < .05), dynamic balance (p < .001), and perceived social functioning (p < .05) at 13 months compared with baseline. Factors affecting exercise adherence were related to the SDT-based motivational strategies. These results support the importance of health professionals applying SDT-based motivational strategies to exercise programs to help facilitate motivation for participation and to promote physical fitness and quality of life in older adults.

scholarly journals Self-Determination Through Technology: Understanding Physical Activity Engagement for Older Adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 849-850
Author(s):  
Lyndsie Koon ◽  
Sean Mullen ◽  
Wendy Rogers
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Self Determination Theory ◽  
Psychological Needs ◽  
Design Guidelines ◽  
Basic Psychological Needs ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Virtual Instruction ◽  
Activity Trackers ◽  
Exercise Barriers ◽  
Support Research

Abstract Despite the known health benefits of exercise, only 30% of older adults (65-75 years) and 18.5% (85 years+) meet the recommendations for exercise. Barriers include difficulty accessing facilities, and lack of motivation and social support. Research results indicate that exercise adoption and adherence is higher among older adults when basic psychological needs are met. Technologies (e.g., exergames, activity trackers) have the potential to satisfy the three basic needs as indicated by the Self-Determination Theory. Technology may satisfy a user’s need for autonomy by offering different activities to choose from (biking versus resistance training) or intensity and duration options. They may promote competence by allowing for individualized goal setting and tracking. Technologies have the potential to promote relatedness through virtual instruction, subsequently removing the accessibility barrier. The application of this theory provides design guidelines for exercise technologies and a greater understanding of how technology may motivate exercise behavior for older adults

Effects of three training types on vitality among older adults: A self-determination theory perspective

2012 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 407-417 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul A. Solberg ◽  
Will G. Hopkins ◽  
Yngvar Ommundsen ◽  
Hallgeir Halvari
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Self Determination Theory ◽  
Self Determination
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