Adolescent autonomous motivation for physical activity: A concept analysis

The purpose of this concept analysis is to develop a clear definition of adolescent autonomous motivation for physical activity (PA) based on all existing theoretical and operational definitions of autonomous motivation noted in the literature. For providers, understanding this is essential to elucidate why some adolescents choose to participate in a health-promoting behavior like PA. Researchers need to identify if they are evaluating autonomous motivation or a different type.

Source: Journal of Pediatric Nursing - May 22, 2020 Category: Nursing Authors: Karla Palmer, Lorraine B. Robbins, Jiying Ling, Tsui-Sui Annie Kao, Vicki R. Voskuil, Alan L. Smith Source Type: research