Theoretical Overviews and Research Reviews

The Theory

Basic SDT research topics

Ryan, R. M., Deci, E. L., Vansteenkiste, M., Soenens, B. (2021) Building a science of motivated persons: Self-determination theory’s empirical approach to human experience and the regulation of behavior. Motivation Science, 7(2) ,97-110

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Koestner, R.Holding, A. (2021) A generative legacy: SDT’s refined understanding of the central role of autonomy. Motivation Science, 7(2) ,111–112

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Sansone, C.Tang, Y. (2021) Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and self-determination theory.. Motivation Science, 7(2) ,113-114

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Vallerand, R. J. (2021) Reflections on the legacy of self-determination theory. Motivtion Science, 7(2) ,115-116

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Patall, E. A. (2021) Self-determination theory: Eminent legacy with boundless possibilities for advancement. Motivation Science, 7(2) ,117-118

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Sheldon, K. M.Goffredi, R. (2021) Self-determination theory shows that free will matters. Motivation Science, 7(2) ,119

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Ryan, R. M., Deci, E. L., Vansteenkiste, M., Soenens, B. (2021) A legacy unfinished: An appreciative reply to comments on self-determination theory’s frontiers and challenges. Motivation Science, 7(2) ,120-121

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Ryan, R. M.Ryan, W. S., Di Domenico, S. I., Deci, E. L. (2019) In R. M. Ryan (Ed)., The nature and the conditions of human autonomy and flourishing: Self-determination theory and basic psychological needs. (pp. 89-110) Oxford University Press..

Ryan, R. M., Bradshaw, E. L., Deci, E. L. (2019) In R. J. Sternberg & W. E. Pickren, A history of human motivation theories in psychology. , Cambridge handbook of the intellectual history of psychology (pp. 391-411) Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press.

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Ryan, R. M., Deci, E. L. (2019) In A. J. Elliot (Ed.), Brick by brick: The origins, development, and future of self-determination theory. , 6 (pp. 111-156) Cambridge, MA.: Elsevier Inc.. doi: 10.1016/bs.adms.2019.01.001

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Ryan, R. M., Deci, E. L. (2019) Research on intrinsic and extrinsic motivation is alive, well, and reshaping 21st-century management approaches: Brief reply to Locke and Schattke (2019). Motivation Science, 5(4) ,291-294

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Ryan, R. M., Soenens, B., Vansteenkiste, M. (2019) Reflections on self‐determination theory as an organizing framework for personality psychology: Interfaces, integrations, issues, and unfinished business. Journal of Personality, 87(1) ,115-145

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Ryan, R. M.Bradshaw, E., Deci, E. L. (2019) In R. Sternberg & W. Pickren, Motivation. (pp. 391-411) Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press. doi: 10.1017/9781108290876.016

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Ryan, R. M., Deci, E. L. (2017) Self-determination theory: Basic psychological needs in motivation, development, and wellness. New York: Guilford Publishing

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Ryan, R. M. (2016) In R. J. Sternberg , S. T. Fiske & D. J. Foss (Eds.), The empirical study of human autonomy using self-determination theory. (pp. 311-315) Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press.

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Chen, B., Vansteenkiste, M.Beyers, W., Boone, L., Deci, E. L. (2015) Basic psychological need satisfaction, need frustration, and need strength across four cultures. Motivation and Emotion, 39 ,216-236

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Gagné, M.Chemolli, E., Forest, J. (2015) In Y. Paquet, N. Carbonneau, & R. J. Vallerand (Eds.), Les méthodologies associées à la TAD. , Théorie de l’autodétermination : Aspects théoriques et appliqués (pp. 33-58) Bruxelles: De Boeck.

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Silva, M. N.Marques, M., Teixeira, P. J. (2014) Testing theory in practice: The example of self-determination theory-based interventions. The European Health Psychologist, 16 ,171-180

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Vansteenkiste, M., Ryan, R. M. (2013) On psychological growth and vulnerability: Basic psychological need satisfaction and need frustration as a unifying principle. Journal of Psychotherapy Integration, 23 ,263–280

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Ryan, R. M.Legate, N., Niemiec, C. P., Deci, E. L. (2012) Beyond illusions and defense: Exploring the possibilities and limits of human autonomy and responsibility through self-determination theory. In P. R. Shaver & M. Mikulincer (Eds.), Meaning, mortality, and choice: The social psychology of existential concerns. (pp. 215-233) Washington, WA: American Psychological Association. doi: 10.1037/13748-012

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Deci, E. L., Ryan, R. M. (2012) In R. M. Ryan (Ed.), Motivation, personality, and development within embedded social contexts: An overview of self-determination theory. (pp. 85-107) Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press. doi: 10.1093/oxfordhb/9780195399820.001.0001

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Ryan, R. M. (2012) Motivation and the organization of human behavior: Three reasons for the reemergence of a field. In R. M. Ryan (Ed.), Oxford handbook of human motivation. (pp. 3-10) Oxford, England: Oxford University Press.

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Ryan, R. M., Legate, N. (2012) Through a fly’s eye: Multiple yet overlapping perspectives on future directions for human motivation research. In R. M. Ryan (Ed.), Oxford handbook of human motivation. (pp. 554-564) Oxford, England: Oxford University Press.

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Vansteenkiste, M., Niemiec, C. P., Soenens, B. (2010) The development of the five mini-theories of self-determination theory: An historical overview, emerging trends, and future directions. In T. C. Urdan & S. A. Karabenick (Eds.), Advances in motivation and achievement, v. 16A-The decade ahead: Theoretical perspectives on motivation and achievement. (pp. 105-165) London, England: Emerald Group Publishing Limited.

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Poulsen, A. A.Roger, S., Ziviani, J. (2006) Understanding children’s motivation from a self-determination theoretical perspective: Implications for practice. Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 53 ,78-86

Ryan, R. M., Deci, E. L. (2004) Autonomy is no illusion: Self-determination theory and the empirical study of authenticity, awareness, and will. In J. Greenberg, S. L. Koole, & T. Pyszczynski (Eds.), Handbook of experimental existential psychology. (pp. 449-479) New York: Guilford Press.

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Ryan, R. M., Deci, E. L. (2003) On assimilating identities to the self: A self-determination theory perspective on internalization and integrity within cultures. In M. R. Leary & J. P. Tangney (Eds.), Handbook on self & identity. (pp. 253-274) New York: The Guilford Press.

Deci, E. L., Ryan, R. M. (2002) In E. L. Deci & R. M. Ryan (Eds.), Self-determination research: Reflections and future directions. (pp. 431-441) Rochester, NY: University of Rochester Press.

Ryan, R. M., Deci, E. L. (2002) In E. L. Deci & R. M. Ryan (Eds.), An overview of self-determination theory. (pp. 3-33) Rochester, NY: University of Rochester Press.

Deci, E. L., Ryan, R. M. (2002) Handbook of self-determination research. Rochester, NY: University of Rochester Press

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Ryan, R. M., Deci, E. L. (2000) When rewards compete with nature: The undermining of intrinsic motivation and self-regulation. In C. Sansone & J. M. Harackiewicz (Eds.), Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation: The search for optimal motivation and performance. (pp. 13-54) New York: Academic Press.

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Ryan, R. M., Deci, E. L. (2000) Self-determination theory and the facilitation of intrinsic motivation, social development, and well-being. American Psychologist, 55(1) ,68-78

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Deci, E. L. (1998) The relation of interest to motivation and human needs: The self-determination theory viewpoint. In L. Hoffmann, A. Krapp, K. A. Renninger, & J. Baumert (Eds.), Interest and learning. (pp. 146-162) Kiel, Germany: Institute for Science Education.

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Vallerand, R. J. (1997) Toward a hierarchical model of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. In M. P. Zanna (Ed.), Advances in experimental social psychology. , Vol. 29 (pp. 271-360) San Diego: Academic Press.

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Ryan, R. M. (1993) Agency and organization: Intrinsic motivation, autonomy and the self in psychological development. In J. Jacobs (Ed.), Nebraska symposium on motivation: Developmental perspectives on motivation, Vol. 40. , 40 (pp. 1-56) Lincoln, NE: University Of Nebraska Press.

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Deci, E. L., Ryan, R. M. (1991) A motivational approach to self: Integration in personality. In R. Dienstbier (Ed.), Nebraska symposium on motivation: Perspectives on motivation, Vol. 38. (pp. 237-288) Lincoln, NE: University Of Nebraska Press.

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Deci, E. L., Ryan, R. M. (1985) Intrinsic motivation and self-determination in human behavior. New York: Plenum Publishing Co

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Deci, E. L., Ryan, R. M. (1980) The empirical exploration of intrinsic motivational processes. In L. Berkowitz (Ed.), Advances in experimental social psychology. , 13 (pp. 39-80) New York: Academic Press.

Deci, E. L. (1980) The psychology of self-determination. Lexington, MA: D. C. Heath (Lexington Books)

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Deci, E. L. (1975) Intrinsic motivation. New York: Plenum Publishing Co.

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Silva, M. N.Marques, M., Teixeira, P. J. (2014) Testing theory in practice: The example of self-determination theory-based interventions. The European Health Psychologist, 16 ,171-180

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