Self-Determination Theory and Diminished Functioning

Self-determination theory and diminished functioning: the role of interpersonal control and psychological need thwarting.

Drawing from self-determination theory, three studies explored the social-environmental conditions that satisfy versus thwart psychological needs and, in turn, affect psychological functioning and well-being or ill-being. In cross-sectional Studies 1 and 2, structural equation modeling analyses supported latent factor models in which need satisfaction was predicted by athletes' perceptions of a...

The role of need fulfillment in relationship functioning and well-being: a self-determination theory perspective.

Self-determination theory posits 3 basic psychological needs: autonomy (feeling uncoerced in one's actions), competence (feeling capable), and relatedness (feeling connected to others). Optimal well-being results when these needs are satisfied, though this research has traditionally focused on individual well-being outcomes (e.g., E. L. Deci & R. M. Ryan, 2000). Three studies examined the role ...

Diminished emotionality and social functioning in schizophrenia.

There is indirect evidence to suggest that a subgroup of patients with schizophrenia exhibit a diminished capacity to experience both positive and negative emotions. To date however, no studies have focused specifically on this diminished emotionality (DE). The main objective of the present project was to determine whether patients with self-reported DE differed from other patients in level of ...

Reflections on Self-Determination Theory

The present collection of articles in this special issue on selfdetermination theory (SDT) reflects the quality and creativity of the research conducted by Canadian motivation researchers. In this concluding article, we make some general comments that underscore common elements in these articles. Furthermore, we highlight some issues that may not have attracted researchers’ attention but would ...

Self-determination theory and exercise 1 Running head: SELF-DETERMINATION THEORY AND EXERCISE Testing a self-determination theory based teaching style in the exercise domain