scholarly journals Relationships among adolescents' weight perceptions, exercise goals, exercise motivation, quality of life and leisure-time exercise behaviour: a self-determination theory approach

2006 ◽  
Vol 21 (6) ◽  
pp. 836-847 ◽  
Author(s):  
F. Gillison ◽  
M Standage ◽  
S. Skevington
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Self Determination Theory ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Theory Approach ◽  
Exercise Motivation ◽  
Exercise Behaviour ◽  
Weight Perceptions

scholarly journals What does success mean for autistic men? A narrative exploration of self-determination

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 ◽  
pp. 239694152094552
Author(s):  
Amanda A Webster ◽  
Susanne Garvis
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Self Determination Theory ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Support Programs ◽  
Self Awareness ◽  
Self Reflection ◽  
The Social ◽  
High Level ◽  
Experience Difficulty

Background Studies involving autistic adults have often focused on negative outcomes and quality of life ratings. Aims This study provides a different viewpoint by examining the perspectives of autistic men who consider themselves to be successful. Methods Data were gathered from 10 men who shared their experiences and perceptions regarding their journey to achieve success. Self-determination theory provided a useful lens for examining the men’s narratives and understanding the factors that led to their success. Results Analysis of interviews revealed four main themes: (1) being my own self, (2) a competent professional, (3) solving problems in a neurotypical world, and (4) relating and connecting. These themes reflect the men’s perception of their own self-determination including their autonomy, competence, and relatedness with others. Conclusions The men’s sense of success was derived from their ability to achieve competence in their work, act without help or influence from others and demonstrate a high level of self-awareness and self-reflection. Despite this, many continued to experience difficulty in the social areas of their lives. Implications: These findings suggest that self-determination theory may present an alternative and more positive means of enacting support programs for autistic individuals, and males in particular.

scholarly journals Spinal Cord Injury Peer Mentorship: Applying Self-Determination Theory to Explain Quality of Life and Participation

2018 ◽  
Vol 99 (3) ◽  
pp. 468-476.e12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shane N. Sweet ◽  
Emilie Michalovic ◽  
Amy E. Latimer-Cheung ◽  
Michelle Fortier ◽  
Luc Noreau ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Spinal Cord ◽  
Spinal Cord Injury ◽  
Self Determination Theory ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Peer Mentorship ◽  
Cord Injury

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 Exploration of the Mechanisms of Change in Constructs From Self-Determination Theory and Quality of Life During a Multidisciplinary Family-Based Intervention for Overweight Adolescents

2016 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 59-68 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ashley A. Fenner ◽  
Erin K. Howie ◽  
Leon M. Straker ◽  
Martin S. Hagger
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Autonomous Motivation ◽  
Self Determination Theory ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Obese Adolescents ◽  
Mediation Analyses ◽  
Supportive Behaviors ◽  
Need Support ◽  
Family Based

The current study explored whether a multidisciplinary family-based intervention underpinned by self-determination theory could enhance perceptions of parent need support, autonomous motivation, and quality of life in overweight and obese adolescents. Using a staggered-entry waitlist-period control design, adolescents (n = 56) were assessed at baseline and preintervention (within-participant control), immediately following intervention, and at 3, 6, and 12 month follow-ups. Parents were trained in need-supportive behaviors within the broader context of an 8-week multidisciplinary intervention attended jointly with adolescents. Following intervention, significant improvements were demonstrated in adolescent perceptions of parent need support, autonomous motivation, and quality of life, and changes were maintained at the 1-year follow-up. Mediation analyses revealed changes in perceptions of parent need support predicted changes in quality of life indirectly via changes in autonomous motivation. Findings suggest overweight and obese adolescents are likely to benefit from multidisciplinary family-based interventions that aim to train parents in need-supportive behaviors.

Self-Determination Theory and Computer-Mediated Support: Modeling Effects on Breast Cancer Patient’s Quality-of-Life

2016 ◽  
Vol 31 (10) ◽  
pp. 1205-1214 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shawnika J. Hull ◽  
Eulàlia P. Abril ◽  
Dhavan V. Shah ◽  
Mina Choi ◽  
Ming-Yuan Chih ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Self Determination Theory ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Computer Mediated
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