APS
APS Virtual Poster Showcase · 2020
Psychological Need Satisfaction and Thwarting in the Context of Physical Activity: Differential Associations By Weight Status and Gender
- Hannah Appleseth
University of Minnesota Duluth - Elaine Marshall
University of Minnesota Duluth - Rick LaCaille
University of Minnesota Duluth - Lara LaCaille
University of Minnesota Duluth
Abstract
Using a Self-Determination Theory framework, this study examined correlates of basic psychological need satisfaction and thwarting and physical activity among 612 undergraduates. The degree to which psychological needs for autonomy, relatedness, and competence were satisfied and thwarted was related to physical activity, but patterns differed with weight status and gender.
Health/Exercise/Sport
