Self-determination theory in the clinic : motivating physical and mental health /
Self-determination theory is grounded in the belief that people work best & are happiest when they feel they are in control of their own lives. This book discusses the ramifications of the theory & how it can be used to help patients with physical & psychological problems.
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| Format: | Electronic eBook |
| Language: | English |
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New Haven :
Yale University Press,
2003
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| Local Note: | ProQuest Ebook Central |
Table of Contents:
- pt. 1. Self-determination: Theory, concepts, and evidence. Self-actualization, society, and scientific psychology
- Self-determination theory and its supporting research base
- Autonomy support and behavioral internalization: promoting ownership of non-enjoyable behaviors
- pt. 2.: Self-determination: Theory applied to medical practice. Self-determination theory and physical health
- Facilitating health behavior change: the case of tobacco dependence
- Supporting the internalization of chronic disease management : the case of diabetes mellitus
- pt. 3. Self-determination theory applied to mental health practice. Self-determination theory and mental health
- Facilitating psychological change : the case of substance abuse disorders
- Supporting self-determination in the treatment of anxiety and eating disorders
- Supporting self-determination in the treatment of mood and personality disorders.
