articleMotivation ScienceMar 5, 2020GREEN OA

A classification of motivation and behavior change techniques used in self-determination theory-based interventions in health contexts.

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Abstract

While evidence suggests that interventions based on self-determination theory have efficacy in
\nmotivating adoption and maintenance of health-related behaviors, and in promoting adaptive
\npsychological outcomes, the motivational techniques that comprise the content of these
\ninterventions have not been comprehensively identified or described. The aim of the present
\nstudy was to develop a classification system of the techniques that comprise self-determination
\ntheory interventions, with satisfaction of psychological needs as an organizing principle.
\nCandidate techniques were identified through a comprehensive review of self-determination
\ntheory interventions and nomination…

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Keywords
  • Psychological intervention
  • Competence (human resources)
  • Psychology
  • Autonomy
  • Self-determination theory
  • Computer science
  • Management science
  • Social psychology
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