Motivation-related predictors of physical activity engagement and vitality in rheumatoid arthritis patients

Yu, C.-a., Rouse, P. C., Van Zanten, J. V. J. C. S., Metsios, G. S., Ntoumanis, N., Kitas, G. D. and Duda, J. L. (2015) Motivation-related predictors of physical activity engagement and vitality in rheumatoid arthritis patients. Health Psychology Open, 2 (2). pp. 1-9. ISSN 2055-1029

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Abstract

This study tests the Basic Psychological Needs Theory (within the Self-determination framework), in relation to the prediction of physical activity and well-being among rheumatoid arthritis patients. Motivation regulations for physical activity were also considered in the process model. A total of 207 patients (150 females, mean age = 58 ± 11 years) completed a questionnaire pack and structural equation modelling was used to test expected relationships. Autonomy support provided by important other(s) regarding physical activity positively predicted rheumatoid arthritis patients’ need satisfaction which positively related to autonomous reasons for physical activity participation. Autonomous motivation positively predicted reported physical activity participation levels and feelings of vitality.

Publication Type: Articles
Uncontrolled Keywords: motivation, physical activity, rheumatoid arthritis, self-determination theory
Subjects: B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology
G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GV Recreation Leisure > GV557 Sports
H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General)
Q Science > QP Physiology
R Medicine > RC Internal medicine > RC1200 Sports Medicine
Divisions: Academic Areas > Institute of Sport > Area > Sport and Exercise Psychology and Research Methods
Depositing User: Chen-an Yu
Date Deposited: 26 May 2020 10:35
Last Modified: 18 Oct 2022 11:22
URI: https://eprints.chi.ac.uk/id/eprint/5164

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