Adolescent Self-Determination: Empowering Your Teen’s Growth
Adolescent Self-Determination: Theoretical Foundations and Developmental Significance The concept of adolescent self-determination is fundamentally rooted in Self-Determination Theory (SDT), a macro-theory of human motivation and personality developed by psychologists Edward Deci and Richard Ryan. This theory posits that humans possess inherent tendencies toward psychological growth, mastery, and integration, which are actualized when basic psychological needs […]