Shifting between self-governing and being governed: a qualitative study of older persons’ self-determination

This article surveys Maslow’s views on eupsychian leadership and how his vision of eupsychia may be regarded as a contemporary expression of the Greek philosophical notion of the Good. This involves actively and ongoingly cultivating cultural conditions that promote awe-based creative living in accordance with human nature, authentic freedom, and social justice in the interest of developing character via self-determination. Then we outline essential qualities of Maslow’s notion of eupsychia as they have been empirically validated by Rego et al.’s qualitative study of the characteristics and outcomes of eupsychian (humanistic) versus antieupsychian (authoritarian) leadership. The findings thereof also provide a heuristic framework for integrating the results of numerous quantitatively-based research studies in recent international applied psychology literature. This applied leadership literature both (a) satisfies Maslow’s call for empirical research to guide perspective-taking and decision-making when considering the possible practical implementation of a eupsychian society and (b) provides empirical support for his dynamic systemic and synergistic theorizing on leadership.

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Carers’ ambivalence in conflict situations with older persons

Nursing Ethics ◽

10.1177/0969733012455566 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 20 (2) ◽

pp. 226-237 ◽

Cited By ~ 11

Author(s):

Agneta Breitholtz ◽

Ingrid Snellman ◽

Ingegerd Fagerberg

Keyword(s):

Conflict Of Interest ◽

Older Persons ◽

Self Determination ◽

Older Person ◽

Conflict Situations ◽

The Relationship

The aim of this study was to illuminate the meaning of professional carers’ experiences in caring situations when a conflict of interest arises with the older person receiving care. The findings reveal the complexity of the carers’ ambivalence when facing a conflict of interest, weighing up between the older persons’ right to self-determination and external demands. The carers are alone in their ambivalence, and the conclusion is that they need help and support to be more present in the encounter. The implication for this study is to focus on care as a person-centered practice and to focus on people as interdependent on support carers to maintain older people’s right to self-determination in the relationship.

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Fear of crime among older persons : an exploratory qualitative study in different environments in Hong Kong

10.14793/soc_etd.8 ◽

2008 ◽

Author(s):

On Fung CHAN

Keyword(s):

Hong Kong ◽

Qualitative Study ◽

Fear Of Crime ◽

Older Persons

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Self-determination among frail older persons – a desirable goal older persons’ conceptions of self-determination

Quality in Ageing and Older Adults ◽

10.1108/qaoa-06-2013-0015 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 15 (2) ◽

pp. 90-101 ◽

Cited By ~ 10

Author(s):

Christina Ekelund ◽

Lena Mårtensson ◽

Kajsa Eklund

Keyword(s):

Older People ◽

Older Persons ◽

Well Being ◽

Self Determination ◽

Western Society ◽

Legal Rights ◽

Content Type ◽

Frail Older Persons ◽

Decision Making Processes ◽

People First

Purpose – Self-determination is governed by ethical and legal rights in western society. In spite of that, older people are still restricted by others in their decision-making processes. The purpose of this paper is to explore older persons’ different conceptions of self-determination. Design/methodology/approach – A qualitative phenomenographic interview study on frail older persons (n=15). Findings – Three categories emerged, showing the variations of conception of self-determination as experienced by frail older people: first, self-determination changes throughout life; second, self-determination is being an agent in one's own life; and third, self-determination is conditional. In summary, while self-determination is changeable throughout life, and older persons want to be their own agents, and struggle to be that, certain conditions must be met to make it possible for them to be able to exercise self-determination. Practical implications – Suggestions for supporting and strengthening frail older persons’ self-determination, and indirectly their well-being and health: to have a person-centered approach, treat them with dignity and respect and give them opportunities to influence and to feel involved; to improve their health literacy by, for example, supporting them with enough knowledge to be able to exercise self-determination; to make them feel safe and secure in relationships, such as with family and caregivers. Originality/value – This study explores frail older persons’ own conceptions of self-determination to be able to gain knowledge of how professionals can support them so that they may experience self-determination in life.

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Images, perceptions and representations of choosing where, how and when to die

SALUTE E SOCIETÀ ◽

10.3280/ses2011-001009en ◽

2011 ◽

pp. 121-136

Author(s):

Giuseppina Cersosimo

Keyword(s):

Qualitative Study ◽

Personal Experience ◽

Self Determination ◽

Final Report ◽

Right To Die ◽

Male And Female ◽

General Design ◽

Educational Backgrounds ◽

And Gender ◽

Human Finitude

The aim of this research is to explore the theme of death using qualitative study tools as part of the general design, in order to investigate two main issues: an ethical and value funded perspective, connected to the "meanings" and values, regarding the internal and personal experience of the respondents, as well as a practical-behaviour, expressing the choices made by people about their own lives. The key respondents in the survey were physicians, as well as ill and healthy citizens, both male and female. They were all from different educational backgrounds, as well as locations (north, centre, south of Italy). The final report reaffirms the awareness of human finitude as well as a frequent personal aspiration to go beyond that. The main outcomes of study outline the dichotomies of life, death, illness, health, and how their symbolic declinations form the basis upon which the term self-determination can be traced. Thus, they become the semantic device through which it is possible to express ideas and opinions in relation to the context in which people live. There is no evidence that there is an area in the country, more or less emancipated on the themes of death. In addition, education and gender do not seem to influence the way death and right to die are perceived.

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“It’s having something that you’ve done it for”: Applying Self-Determination Theory to participants’ motivations in a for-cause physical activity event

Journal of Health Psychology ◽

10.1177/1359105320947811 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 135910532094781

Author(s):

John A Bernhart ◽

Sara Wilcox ◽

Lindsay Decker ◽

Diane K Ehlers ◽

Brooke W McKeever ◽

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Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Qualitative Study ◽

Self Determination Theory ◽

Self Determination ◽

Future Studies ◽

Future Events

For-cause physical activity events reach many people. Little research has applied Self-Determination Theory to participants’ experiences in for-cause physical activity events. This qualitative study explored participants’ ( n = 18) experiences in 5K for-cause physical activity events and intention to complete future events. Interviews were recorded and transcribed verbatim. Emergent coding assessed responses for themes. Constructs of competence and relatedness were most prevalent and an altruistic desire to support the cause. Participants highlighted feelings of community supporting their intention to complete future events. Overall, experiences aligned with Self-Determination Theory. Future studies may include altruism to understand leveraging opportunities for promoting physical activity.

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Exploring Self-Compassion and Eudaimonic Well-Being in Young Women Athletes

Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology ◽

10.1123/jsep.2013-0096 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 36 (2) ◽

pp. 203-216 ◽

Cited By ~ 40

Author(s):

Leah J. Ferguson ◽

Kent C. Kowalski ◽

Diane E. Mack ◽

Catherine M. Sabiston

Keyword(s):

Qualitative Study ◽

Women Athletes ◽

Quantitative Study ◽

Young Women ◽

Mixed Methods Research ◽

Well Being ◽

Self Determination ◽

Multiple Mediation ◽

Self Compassion

Using a mixed methods research design, we explored self-compassion and eudaimonic well-being in young women athletes. In a quantitative study (n = 83), we found that self-compassion and eudaimonic well-being were positively related (r = .76, p < .01). A model of multiple mediation was proposed, with self-compassion, passivity, responsibility, initiative, and self-determination accounting for 83% of the variance in eudaimonic well-being. In a qualitative study (n = 11), we explored when and how self-compassion might be useful in striving to reach one’s potential in sport. Self-compassion was described as advantageous in difficult sport-specific situations by increasing positivity, perseverance, and responsibility, as well as decreasing rumination. Apprehensions about fully embracing a self-compassionate mindset in sport warrant additional research to explore the seemingly paradoxical role of self-compassion in eudaimonic well-being.

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