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An overview of the self-determination theory in psychology

Posted on:May 31, 2022 at 09:02 AM

While there are many different approaches to human motivation, there is an interesting theory developed by two researchers, Deci and Ryan, that aim to explain our well-being through meeting our basic needs, which are the need in autonomy, the need in competence, and the need in relatedness.

In this talk, I explain the core concepts of Self-determination theory and how can one apply them to the real life.

An overview of the self-determination theory in psychology