A self-determination theory approach to psychotherapy: The motivational basis for effective change

Canadian Psychology

Volumn 49, Issue 3, 2008, Pages 186-193

  Ryan, Richard M ^a   Deci, Edward L ^a  

^a UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER   (United States)

Author keywords

Autonomy; Motivation; Psychotherapy; Self determination theory

Indexed keywords

EID: 54049101144     PISSN: 07085591     EISSN: None     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1037/a0012753     Document Type: Conference Paper

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