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. 2019 Apr 2;14:12. doi: 10.1186/s13722-019-0142-8

Table 1.

Model definitions

Self-determination theory [44]
Autonomy The perception of being the origin of one’s own behavior and experiencing volition in action
Competence The feeling of being effective in producing desired outcomes and exercising one’s capacities
Relatedness The feeling of being respected, understood, and cared for by others