Self-determination theory in the clinic

Sheldon, Kennon M.

Self-determination theory in the clinic motivating physical and mental health / [electronic resource] : Kennon M. Sheldon, Geoffrey Williams, Thomas Joiner. - New Haven : Yale University Press, c2003. - viii, 208 p. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 187-198) and index.

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.


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Clinical health psychology.
Autonomy (Psychology)
Health behavior.
Psychotherapy.


Electronic books.

R726.7 / .S466 2003eb

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